SOC 1123 Corporate managers and directors

Production managers and directors in mining and energy Salary

Median salary £63,241 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £63,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For production managers and directors in mining and energy, £63,241 is the typical (median) pay. That is well above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +62% versus the national average.

About this role

Production managers and directors in mining and energy oversee manufacturing and production operations, ensuring output targets are met while maintaining quality, safety and cost efficiency. They coordinate teams, manage supply chains and drive continuous improvement in production processes.

Key responsibilities

Planning and scheduling production to meet demand forecasts
Managing quality control systems and safety compliance
Optimising production costs and minimising waste
Leading and developing production teams
Implementing lean manufacturing and process improvements

Qualifications and entry routes

Typically requires a degree in engineering, manufacturing or business management, plus significant operational experience. Professional qualifications such as NEBOSH or Six Sigma are valued.

Career outlook

Demand is strong in advanced manufacturing. Automation and Industry 4.0 skills are increasingly sought after.

Key skills

Production planning Lean manufacturing Team leadership Quality management Health and safety compliance

Common industries

Manufacturing
Food and drink production
Pharmaceuticals
Automotive
Aerospace

Data coverage

SOC code 1123

Data source ONS ASHE

Years available 2015–2025

Estimated jobs 10,000

Median Salary

£63,241

Mean Salary

N/A

Jobs (000s)

10k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P25: £48,898Median: £63,241

P10: --P25: £49kMedian: £63kP75: --P90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£48,898

0-2 years

Mid Level

£48,898

3-7 years

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Adjust for inflation

Nominal growth: +44.3%Real growth: +4.6%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£63,241

Full-time Only

£63,241

Full-time premium: +£0

Production managers and directors in mining and energy salary: common questions

How much do production managers and directors in mining and energy earn in the UK?

Production managers and directors in mining and energy earn a median of £63,241 a year (ONS ASHE 2025).

Is £63,241 a good salary in the UK?

For production managers and directors in mining and energy, £63,241 is the typical (median) pay. That is well above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +62% versus the national average.

What is the starting salary for production managers and directors in mining and energy?

Entry-level production managers and directors in mining and energy typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £48,898, though this varies by employer and region.

Have production managers and directors in mining and energy salaries kept up with inflation?

Since 2015, median production managers and directors in mining and energy pay has risen from £43,452 to £63,241 — +46% in cash terms, or +5.0% after CPIH inflation. That is ahead of inflation over the period.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).