How much does a power plant operator make in the United Kingdom?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is £3,255 a month. estimate
- Approx. take-home per month
- £2,637
- Equals
- $51,440
- Compared with the median pay in the United Kingdom
- 1.2 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where the United Kingdom ranks among 143 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $109,700 |
| 2. Australia | $102,700 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $89,110 |
| 16. Sweden estimate | $52,420 |
| 17. United Kingdom estimate | $51,440 |
| 18. Italy estimate | $47,110 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $476 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Water plant operator£39,690
- Chemical operator£37,950
- Process operator£43,010
- Metal furnace operator£34,970
- Pulp control worker£36,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does a power plant operator make a month in the United Kingdom?
The median gross salary is £3,255 a month, £39,060 a year.
How much does a power plant operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around £32,600 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than £45,060.
Which country pays a power plant operator the most?
Australia, with a median of $102,700 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a power plant operator make more in the United Kingdom or in United States?
In United States: $79,440 a year against $51,440 in the United Kingdom, 1.5 times more.
Who makes more, a power plant operator or a water plant operator?
A water plant operator: £39,690 a year against £39,060 for a power plant operator, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate