Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Roofers, roof tilers and slaters Salary (2025)

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Roofers, roof tilers and slaters salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £3,669 more per year (11% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsRoofers, roof tilers and slatersDifference
Median Annual£36,563£32,894+£3,669
Mean Annual£38,478£33,066+£5,412
Monthly£3,047£2,741+£306
Weekly£703£633+£70
Hourly£17.58£15.81+£1.77
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters?
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 Roofers, roof tilers and slaters earns £32,894 — a difference of £3,669 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters?
The difference is £3,669 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 Roofers, roof tilers and slaters?
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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