Plant and machine operatives, other Pay Data UK — 2024

Plant and machine operatives, other roles in the UK earn a median of £27,062 per year, equivalent to £13.64 per hour as of 2024. This represents a 5.6% increase in annual pay compared to the previous year. Pay varies across the UK, ranging from £21,135 to £41,237 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 Plant and machine operatives, other roles. The dashed line marks the national median.

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About Plant and machine operatives, other

Job holders in this unit group operate a variety of plant and machinery not elsewhere classified in minor group 813: Plant and machine operatives.

Typical Tasks and Duties

• operates acetylene torches and other cutting equipment to dismantle boilers, cars, ships, railway track, engines, machinery and other scrap metal
• bends, coils, crimps and spins metal wires in the manufacture of cables, springs, ropes and other wire goods
• operates machines in the manufacture of nuts, bolts, nails, screws, pins, rivets, etc.
• fills grease gun with grease of appropriate grade, and applies grease or oil to grease points or lubrication holes in machinery or equipment and over bearings, axles and other similar parts
• ensures that rollers in rope haulage system are well greased and running freely
• inspects machines and equipment, and reports any faults

Entry Routes and Qualifications

There are no formal academic entry requirements. Training is typically provided on-the-job. NVQs/ SVQs are available in some areas.

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