Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades vs Roofers, roof tilers and slaters Salary (2025)

How do Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades and Roofers, roof tilers and slaters salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades earns £6,893 more per year (21% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making TradesRoofers, roof tilers and slatersDifference
Median Annual£39,787£32,894+£6,893
Mean Annual£42,396£33,066+£9,330
Monthly£3,316£2,741+£575
Weekly£765£633+£132
Hourly£19.13£15.81+£3.32
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades or a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters?
A Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades earns more. The median salary for a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades is £39,787, whilst a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters earns £32,894 — a difference of £6,893 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades and a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters?
The difference is £6,893 per year. Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades or a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters?
From a salary perspective, Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades 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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