Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Water and sewerage plant operatives Salary (2025)

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

Water and sewerage plant operatives earns £7,884 more per year (26% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Water and sewerage plant operativesDifference
Median Annual£30,734£38,618-£7,884
Mean Annual£31,371£39,719-£8,348
Monthly£2,561£3,218-£657
Weekly£591£743-£152
Hourly£14.78£18.57-£3.79

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Water and sewerage plant operatives
10th (Entry)£14,788£25,323
25th£25,464£29,878
50th (Median)£30,734£38,618
75th£37,893£46,430
90th (Senior)£46,409£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Water and sewerage plant operatives?
A Water and sewerage plant operatives earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Water and sewerage plant operatives earns £38,618 — a difference of £7,884 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Water and sewerage plant operatives?
The difference is £7,884 per year. Water and sewerage plant operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Water and sewerage plant operatives?
From a salary perspective, Water and sewerage plant operatives 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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