Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Shelf fillers Salary (2025)

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

Construction operatives n.e.c. earns £12,742 more per year (71% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Shelf fillers

£17,992
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Shelf fillersDifference
Median Annual£30,734£17,992+£12,742
Mean Annual£31,371£18,696+£12,675
Monthly£2,561£1,499+£1,062
Weekly£591£346+£245
Hourly£14.78£8.65+£6.13
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Shelf fillers?
A Construction operatives n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Shelf fillers earns £17,992 — a difference of £12,742 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Shelf fillers?
The difference is £12,742 per year. Construction operatives n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Shelf fillers?
From a salary perspective, Construction operatives 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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