Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. earns £4,258 more per year (14% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£30,734£34,992-£4,258
Mean Annual£31,371£37,397-£6,026
Monthly£2,561£2,916-£355
Weekly£591£673-£82
Hourly£14.78£16.82-£2.04

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.
10th (Entry)£14,788£22,145
25th£25,464£28,527
50th (Median)£30,734£34,992
75th£37,893£45,224
90th (Senior)£46,409£55,702
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.?
A Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. earns £34,992 — a difference of £4,258 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.?
The difference is £4,258 per year. Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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