Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Probation officers Salary (2025)

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Probation officers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £4,050 more per year (12% higher)
vs

Probation officers

£32,513
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsProbation officersDifference
Median Annual£36,563£32,513+£4,050
Mean Annual£38,478£36,563+£1,915
Monthly£3,047£2,709+£338
Weekly£703£625+£78
Hourly£17.58£15.63+£1.95
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Probation officers?
A Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns more. The median salary for a Metal machining setters and setter-operators is £36,563, whilst a Probation officers earns £32,513 — a difference of £4,050 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Probation officers?
The difference is £4,050 per year. Metal machining setters and setter-operators is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Probation officers?
From a salary perspective, Metal machining setters and setter-operators 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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