Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Sheet metal workers Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Sheet metal workers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Sheet metal workers earns £2,181 more per year (7% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Sheet metal workers

£32,915
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Sheet metal workersDifference
Median Annual£30,734£32,915-£2,181
Mean Annual£31,371£35,352-£3,981
Monthly£2,561£2,743-£182
Weekly£591£633-£42
Hourly£14.78£15.82-£1.04
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Sheet metal workers?
A Sheet metal workers earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Sheet metal workers earns £32,915 — a difference of £2,181 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Sheet metal workers?
The difference is £2,181 per year. Sheet metal workers is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Sheet metal workers?
From a salary perspective, Sheet metal workers 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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