Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. vs Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. and Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. earns £2,322 more per year (7% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricPlant and machine operatives n.e.c.Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£32,670£34,992-£2,322
Mean Annual£33,093£37,397-£4,304
Monthly£2,723£2,916-£193
Weekly£628£673-£45
Hourly£15.71£16.82-£1.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.?
A Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. is £32,670, whilst a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. earns £34,992 — a difference of £2,322 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. and a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.?
The difference is £2,322 per year. Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. 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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