Metrologist | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Metrologists use very precise measurements in science and industry to make sure that processes and products meet high standards.

  • Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media.  
  • Gather data from sources such as surface or upper air stations, satellites, weather bureaus, or radar for use in meteorological reports or forecasts.  
  • Develop or use
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Metrologists typically work around 37 to 40 hours per week.

As a Metrologist you will typically work between 8am and 6pm.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and
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* from ONETonline
Average salary
31,602 GBP *
per year
19,000 GBP
40,000 GBP
Starting
5+ Experience
* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
Average salary for Metrologist

Big gender gap
  • 33,041 GBP
  • 26,345 GBP
Average salary for part-time Metrologist
Average salary for full-time Metrologist

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  • 15,466 GBP
  • 14,500 GBP
  • 31,602 GBP
  • 26,345 GBP
  • 33,041 GBP
Salary over time for Metrologist

Salary for this role has increased over time
  • 30,038 GBP
  • 30,161 GBP
  • 29,939 GBP
  • 30,315 GBP
  • 30,341 GBP
  • 31,118 GBP
  • 31,602 GBP
  • 31,496 GBP
  • 33,105 GBP
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Future outlook for Metrologists

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Fair outlook
400 000+ jobs available
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Balanced outlook
1% yearly wage growth (on average)

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Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Metrologist and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

  • 50% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
  • 30% of people in this role have a Master's degree
  • 15% of people in this role have a Doctoral degree

You'll need:

  • maths knowledge
  • knowledge of geography
  • knowledge of physics
  • analytical thinking skills
  • excellent verbal communication skills
  • the ability to work well with others
  • to be thorough and pay attention to detail
  • excellent written communication skills
  • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

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Things to highlight for your Metrologist interview

Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

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