Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Other Drivers and Transport Operatives Salary (2025)

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Other Drivers and Transport Operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Other Drivers and Transport Operatives earns £14,678 more per year (40% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsOther Drivers and Transport OperativesDifference
Median Annual£36,563£51,241-£14,678
Mean Annual£38,478£54,189-£15,711
Monthly£3,047£4,270-£1,223
Weekly£703£985-£282
Hourly£17.58£24.64-£7.06

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsOther Drivers and Transport Operatives
10th (Entry)£26,038£25,709
25th£30,765£34,762
50th (Median)£36,563£51,241
75th£44,259£72,113
90th (Senior)£0£85,126
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Other Drivers and Transport Operatives?
A Other Drivers and Transport Operatives earns more. The median salary for a Metal machining setters and setter-operators is £36,563, whilst a Other Drivers and Transport Operatives earns £51,241 — a difference of £14,678 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Other Drivers and Transport Operatives?
The difference is £14,678 per year. Other Drivers and Transport Operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Other Drivers and Transport Operatives?
From a salary perspective, Other Drivers and Transport 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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