Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. vs Quantity surveyors Salary (2025)

How do Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. and Quantity surveyors salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Quantity surveyors earns £19,150 more per year (59% higher)
vs

Quantity surveyors

£51,820
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricPlant and machine operatives n.e.c.Quantity surveyorsDifference
Median Annual£32,670£51,820-£19,150
Mean Annual£33,093£54,674-£21,581
Monthly£2,723£4,318-£1,595
Weekly£628£997-£369
Hourly£15.71£24.91-£9.20
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Quantity surveyors?
A Quantity surveyors earns more. The median salary for a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. is £32,670, whilst a Quantity surveyors earns £51,820 — a difference of £19,150 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. and a Quantity surveyors?
The difference is £19,150 per year. Quantity surveyors is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Quantity surveyors?
From a salary perspective, Quantity surveyors 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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