Average Metal working production and maintenance fitters Salary in the UK
ONS ASHE 2025 data — by region
UK Median
£40,002
National average
UK Mean
£41,863
National average
Hourly Rate
£18.89
Median
Jobs
223
UK total
Metal working production and maintenance fitters Salary by Region
| Region | Median | Mean | vs UK Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £45,076 | £47,530 | +£5,074 (12.7% above) |
| Scotland | £41,293 | £42,903 | +£1,291 (3.2% above) |
| East Midlands | £40,852 | £41,998 | +£850 (2.1% above) |
| South East | £40,839 | £45,483 | +£837 (2.1% above) |
| North East | £40,246 | £41,293 | +£244 (0.6% above) |
| North West | £40,188 | £42,505 | +£186 (0.5% above) |
| East | £40,031 | £41,715 | +£29.00 (0.1% above) |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £37,849 | £39,851 | -£2,153 (5.4% below) |
| West Midlands | £37,315 | £40,280 | -£2,687 (6.7% below) |
| Wales | £36,127 | £38,966 | -£3,875 (9.7% below) |
| South West | £33,932 | £36,735 | -£6,070 (15.2% below) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average metal working production and maintenance fitters salary in the UK?
The median metal working production and maintenance fitters salary in the UK is £40,002 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is £41,863, which is higher due to top earners.
What is the typical hourly rate for metal working production and maintenance fitters in the UK?
The median hourly rate for metal working production and maintenance fitters in the UK is £18.89, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data.
Which part of the UK pays the most for metal working production and maintenance fitters?
The London offers the highest median salary for metal working production and maintenance fitters at £45,076 per year. London and the South East consistently rank among the highest-paying regions for most occupations.
How many metal working production and maintenance fitters are there in the UK?
According to ONS ASHE 2025, there are approximately 223 metal working production and maintenance fitters employed in the UK.
About this data
All figures are based on the Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025 data published by the Office for National Statistics. Read our methodology.