Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters Pay Data UK — 2024

Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters roles in the UK earn a median of £28,841 per year, equivalent to £13.43 per hour as of 2024. This represents a 8.0% increase in annual pay compared to the previous year. Pay varies across the UK, ranging from £22,983 to £43,089 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 Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters roles. The dashed line marks the national median.

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About Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters

Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters make and install pre-glazed wooden, metal or PVC framework, and cut, fit and set glass in windows, doors, shop fronts, and other structural frames.

Typical Tasks and Duties

• examines drawings or specifications to determine job requirements
• scores plain, coloured, safety and ornamental glass with hand cutter and breaks off glass by hand or with pliers
• smooths edges of glass and positions and secures in frame or grooved lead strips
• applies mastic, putty or adhesive between glass and frame and trims off excess with knife
• fixes mirror panels to interior and exterior walls and repairs and replaces broken glass
• sets up and operates machinery to manufacture windows and window frames

Entry Routes and Qualifications

There are no formal academic entry requirements. Entry is typically through an apprenticeship in leading to an NVQ/SVQ at level 3.

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