Construction Operatives Salary in the UK (2025)
Median Salary
£33,948
per year
Hourly Rate
£16.32
per hour
Mean Salary
£35,195
per year
Salary Range
Construction Operatives salaries vary considerably depending on experience, location, specialisation and employer.
10th: £17,08925th: £26,909Median: £33,94875th: £42,45490th: £53,213
Pay Breakdown
| Period | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual (Median) | £33,948 |
| Monthly | £2,829 |
| Fortnightly | £1,306 |
| Weekly | £653 |
| Daily | £131 |
| Hourly | £16.32 |
Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | Monthly | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | £17,089 | £1,424 | Entry level |
| 25th | £26,909 | £2,242 | Below average |
| 50th (Median) | £33,948 | £2,829 | Mid-point |
| 75th | £42,454 | £3,538 | Experienced |
| 90th | £53,213 | £4,434 | Top earners |
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Key Insights
The median annual salary for a Construction Operatives in the UK is £33,948, equating to £2,829 per month or £16.32 per hour.
Salaries range from £17,089 at entry level (10th percentile) to £53,213 for the most experienced (90th percentile) — a spread of £36,124.
Construction Operatives pays roughly in line with the UK average. The median salary of £33,948 is close to the overall median.
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| Job Title | Median Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Plant and Machine Operatives | £33,943 | £16.32 |
| Customer Service Supervisors | £33,938 | £16.32 |
| Customer service supervisors | £33,938 | £16.32 |
| Other educational professionals n.e.c | £33,974 | £16.33 |
| Other vocational and industrial trainers | £34,011 | £16.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Construction Operatives salary in the UK?
The median Construction Operatives salary in the United Kingdom is £33,948 per year as of 2025, according to ONS data.
How much does a Construction Operatives earn per hour?
A Construction Operatives earns approximately £16.32 per hour at the median salary level.
What is the monthly pay for a Construction Operatives?
A Construction Operatives earns approximately £2,829 per month at the median annual salary.
Is Construction Operatives a well-paid job in the UK?
Construction Operatives pays roughly in line with the UK average. The median salary of £33,948 is close to the overall median.
Where does this salary data come from?
All salary figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE), published under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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