SOC 5250 Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades

Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors Salary

Median salary £44,793 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £45,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors, £45,150 is the typical (median) pay. That is above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +16% versus the national average. Experienced skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors (top 25%) earn over £53,412.

About this role

Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors install, maintain, test and repair electrical systems and equipment in residential, commercial and industrial settings. They work to BS 7671 wiring regulations and ensure all installations meet safety standards and building regulations.

Key responsibilities

Installing and wiring electrical systems and circuits
Testing and inspecting electrical installations
Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults
Reading technical drawings and specifications
Ensuring compliance with BS 7671 and building regulations

Qualifications and entry routes

Requires completion of an electrical installation apprenticeship or equivalent (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2365/2357). 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) certification is essential. ECS card required for site work.

Career outlook

Strong demand driven by construction activity, EV charging infrastructure, smart home technology and renewable energy installations.

Key skills

Electrical installation Testing and inspection Technical drawing interpretation Problem diagnosis Safety compliance

Common industries

Construction
Building services
Maintenance
Renewable energy
Industrial

Data coverage

SOC code 5250

Data source ONS ASHE

Years available 2015–2025

Estimated jobs 64,000

Median Salary

£44,793

Mean Salary

£46,804

Jobs (000s)

64k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P25: £37,123Median: £44,793P75: £53,412

P10: £31kP25: £37kMedian: £45kP75: £53kP90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£30,536

0-2 years

Mid Level

£37,123

3-7 years

Senior

£53,412

8-15 years

Potential career growth: +75% from entry to leadership

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Adjust for inflation

Nominal growth: +38.8%Real growth: +0.6%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Gender pay gap: 18.9%

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£44,793

Full-time Only

£45,150

Full-time premium: +£357

Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors salary: common questions

How much do skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors earn in the UK?

Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors earn a median of £45,150 a year (ONS ASHE 2025). The middle half earn between £37,123 and £53,412.

Is £45,150 a good salary in the UK?

What is the starting salary for skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors?

Entry-level skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £37,123, and the lowest-paid 10% earn under £30,536.

Have skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors salaries kept up with inflation?

Since 2015, median skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors pay has risen from £32,753 to £45,150 — +38% in cash terms, or +0.0% after CPIH inflation. That is roughly in line with inflation over the period.

Is there a gender pay gap for skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors?

Male skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors earn a median £45,452 and female skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors £36,862 — a gap of +19% in 2025.

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