Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Road construction operatives Salary (2025)

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

Road construction operatives earns £2,629 more per year (7% higher)
vs

Road construction operatives

£39,192
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsRoad construction operativesDifference
Median Annual£36,563£39,192-£2,629
Mean Annual£38,478£41,645-£3,167
Monthly£3,047£3,266-£219
Weekly£703£754-£51
Hourly£17.58£18.84-£1.26

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsRoad construction operatives
10th (Entry)£26,038£26,027
25th£30,765£32,195
50th (Median)£36,563£39,192
75th£44,259£47,160
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Road construction operatives?
A Road construction operatives earns more. The median salary for a Metal machining setters and setter-operators is £36,563, whilst a Road construction operatives earns £39,192 — a difference of £2,629 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Road construction operatives?
The difference is £2,629 per year. Road construction operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Road construction operatives?
From a salary perspective, Road construction 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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