Precision instrument makers and repairers vs Process Operatives Salary (2025)

How do Precision instrument makers and repairers and Process Operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Precision instrument makers and repairers earns £8,526 more per year (29% higher)
vs

Process Operatives

£29,696
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricPrecision instrument makers and repairersProcess OperativesDifference
Median Annual£38,222£29,696+£8,526
Mean Annual£42,240£30,964+£11,276
Monthly£3,185£2,475+£710
Weekly£735£571+£164
Hourly£18.38£14.28+£4.10
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Precision instrument makers and repairers or a Process Operatives?
A Precision instrument makers and repairers earns more. The median salary for a Precision instrument makers and repairers is £38,222, whilst a Process Operatives earns £29,696 — a difference of £8,526 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Precision instrument makers and repairers and a Process Operatives?
The difference is £8,526 per year. Precision instrument makers and repairers is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Precision instrument makers and repairers or a Process Operatives?
From a salary perspective, Precision instrument makers and repairers 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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