Metal making and treating process operatives vs Roofers, roof tilers and slaters Salary

How do Metal making and treating process operatives and Roofers, roof tilers and slaters salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown using the latest ONS data.

Metal making and treating process operatives earns £1,660 more per year (5% higher)

Metal making and treating process operatives

£34,554
per year (gross)
Take-home: £28,398
vs

Roofers, roof tilers and slaters

£32,894
per year (gross)
Take-home: £27,203

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal making and treating process operativesRoofers, roof tilers and slatersDifference
Median Annual£34,554£32,894+£1,660
Mean Annual£35,618£33,066+£2,552
Take-Home (Net)£28,398£27,203+£1,195
Monthly (Gross)£2,880£2,741+£139
Weekly (Gross)£665£633+£32
Hourly£16.61£15.81+£0.80

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal making and treating process operatives or a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters?
A Metal making and treating process operatives earns more. The median salary for a Metal making and treating process operatives is £34,554, whilst a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters earns £32,894 — a difference of £1,660 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal making and treating process operatives and a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters?
The difference is £1,660 per year. Metal making and treating process operatives is the higher-paid role.
What is the take-home pay difference?
After tax and National Insurance, a Metal making and treating process operatives takes home approximately £28,398 per year, whilst a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters takes home £27,203. The net difference is £1,195.
Should I become a Metal making and treating process operatives or a Roofers, roof tilers and slaters?
From a salary perspective, Metal making and treating process 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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