Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. vs Scaffolders, stagers and riggers Salary (2025)

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

Scaffolders, stagers and riggers earns £7,503 more per year (23% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricPlant and machine operatives n.e.c.Scaffolders, stagers and riggersDifference
Median Annual£32,670£40,173-£7,503
Mean Annual£33,093£44,327-£11,234
Monthly£2,723£3,348-£625
Weekly£628£773-£145
Hourly£15.71£19.31-£3.60
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Scaffolders, stagers and riggers?
A Scaffolders, stagers and riggers earns more. The median salary for a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. is £32,670, whilst a Scaffolders, stagers and riggers earns £40,173 — a difference of £7,503 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. and a Scaffolders, stagers and riggers?
The difference is £7,503 per year. Scaffolders, stagers and riggers is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Scaffolders, stagers and riggers?
From a salary perspective, Scaffolders, stagers and riggers 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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