Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c. vs Process, plant and machine operatives Salary (2025)

How do Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c. and Process, plant and machine operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c. earns £13,561 more per year (41% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricElectrical and electronic trades n.e.c.Process, plant and machine operativesDifference
Median Annual£46,732£33,171+£13,561
Mean Annual£49,023£34,903+£14,120
Monthly£3,894£2,764+£1,130
Weekly£899£638+£261
Hourly£22.47£15.95+£6.52

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileElectrical and electronic trades n.e.c.Process, plant and machine operatives
10th (Entry)£30,536£17,094
25th£37,330£26,372
50th (Median)£46,732£33,171
75th£56,621£42,276
90th (Senior)£0£52,540
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c. or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
A Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c. is £46,732, whilst a Process, plant and machine operatives earns £33,171 — a difference of £13,561 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c. and a Process, plant and machine operatives?
The difference is £13,561 per year. Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c. or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
From a salary perspective, Electrical and electronic trades 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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