Tool makers, tool fitters and markers-out Pay Data UK — 2024

Tool makers, tool fitters and markers-out roles in the UK earn a median of £37,317 per year, equivalent to £18.19 per hour as of 2024. This represents a 2.1% increase in annual pay compared to the previous year. Pay varies across the UK, ranging from £30,465 to £56,989 per year.

How Pay Varies Across the UK

Each bar shows how many areas of the UK have a median annual pay in that range for Tool makers, tool fitters and markers-out roles. The dashed line marks the national median.

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About Tool makers, tool fitters and markers-out

Tool makers, tool fitters and markers-out mark out metal for machining and fit, assemble and repair machine and press tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and other tools.

Typical Tasks and Duties

• examines drawings and specifications to determine appropriate method and sequence of operations
• marks out reference points using measuring instruments and tools such as punches, rules and squares
• operates hand and machine tools to shape workpieces to specifications and checks accuracy of machining
• assembles prepared parts, checks their alignment with micrometers, optical projectors and other measuring equipment and adjusts as necessary
• repairs damaged or worn tools

Entry Routes and Qualifications

There are no formal academic requirements although some employers may require GCSEs/S grades. Engineering apprenticeships, BTEC and City and Guilds qualifications are available together with on-the-job training. NVQs/ SVQs at level 2 and 3 are available.

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Salary data is sourced from official UK pay datasets and updated periodically.