Metal Working Machine Operatives vs Telephonists Salary (2025)

How do Metal Working Machine Operatives and Telephonists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal Working Machine Operatives earns £7,764 more per year (32% higher)
vs

Telephonists

£24,645
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal Working Machine OperativesTelephonistsDifference
Median Annual£32,409£24,645+£7,764
Mean Annual£35,404£25,678+£9,726
Monthly£2,701£2,054+£647
Weekly£623£474+£149
Hourly£15.58£11.85+£3.73
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal Working Machine Operatives or a Telephonists?
A Metal Working Machine Operatives earns more. The median salary for a Metal Working Machine Operatives is £32,409, whilst a Telephonists earns £24,645 — a difference of £7,764 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal Working Machine Operatives and a Telephonists?
The difference is £7,764 per year. Metal Working Machine Operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal Working Machine Operatives or a Telephonists?
From a salary perspective, Metal Working Machine 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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