SOC 2020 · 5224
Precision instrument makers and repairers
Immigration Rules Appendix Skilled Occupations from
Skilled Worker
Not eligible
No Skilled Worker route through this code.
Salary floor
£41,700
The general threshold, £41,700, is the higher of the two.
Shortage lists
Not listed
This code is on neither the Immigration Salary List nor the Temporary Shortage List.
What this occupation actually pays
ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, full-time gross annual pay.
- UK pay for this occupation
View these figures as a table
| Percentile | Pay |
|---|---|
| 25th | £31,737 |
| 50th | £40,062 |
| Region | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK 2025 | — | £31,737 | £40,062 | — | — |
| South West 2025 | — | — | £31,730 | — | — |
Job titles in this code
What the work involves
Precision instrument makers and repairers make, calibrate, test and repair precision and optical instruments such as barometers, compasses, cameras, calibrators, watches, clocks and chronometers.
Typical tasks
examines drawings or specifications to determine appropriate methods, materials and sequence of operation
marks out and machines aluminium, brass, steel and plastics using machine tools such as grinders, lathes and shapers
tests watches and clocks for repair to diagnose faults and removes, repairs or replaces damaged and worn parts
tests completed timepiece for accuracy using electronic or other test equipment
carries out service tasks such as cleaning, oiling and regulating
checks prepared parts for accuracy using measuring equipment, assembles parts and adjusts as necessary using hand and machine tools
positions, aligns and secures optical lenses in mounts
tests, adjusts and repairs precision and optical instruments
Entry routes and qualifications
Some GCSEs/S grades qualifications may be required. Training is usually via an apprenticeship including work experience and practical and technical training leading to recognised awards.