Precision instrument makers and repairers Pay Data UK — 2024

Precision instrument makers and repairers roles in the UK earn a median of £32,620 per year, equivalent to £15.53 per hour as of 2024. This represents a 8.3% increase in annual pay compared to the previous year. Pay varies across the UK, ranging from £27,369 to £48,564 per year.

How Pay Varies Across the UK

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About Precision instrument makers and repairers

Precision instrument makers and repairers make, calibrate, test and repair precision and optical instruments such as barometers, compasses, cameras, calibrators, watches, clocks and chronometers.

Typical Tasks and Duties

• examines drawings or specifications to determine appropriate methods, materials and sequence of operation
• marks out and machines aluminium, brass, steel and plastics using machine tools such as grinders, lathes and shapers
• tests watches and clocks for repair to diagnose faults and removes, repairs or replaces damaged and worn parts
• tests completed timepiece for accuracy using electronic or other test equipment
• carries out service tasks such as cleaning, oiling and regulating
• checks prepared parts for accuracy using measuring equipment, assembles parts and adjusts as necessary using hand and machine tools
• positions, aligns and secures optical lenses in mounts
• tests, adjusts and repairs precision and optical instruments

Entry Routes and Qualifications

Some GCSEs/S grades qualifications may be required. Training is usually via an apprenticeship including work experience and practical and technical training leading to recognised awards.

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