Furniture Wages & Terms Survey 2011

The 2011 survey covering wages for 21 production and associated jobs is now available. The survey was conducted in November and December 2011 and covers time workers and, separately, those who are paid by results.  The survey also analyses hours of work, holidays and other terms and conditions.   75% of the sample covering 2,843 employees awarded pay increases last year (compared to only 45% in 2010) and the percentage ranges are shown.  The following table shows the combined average rates for all jobs covered by the survey.   For further information please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Average hourly rate comparison for ALL jobs

Area     Time rate   PBR Rate   All Rates

South   £9.04        £11.05        £9.64

North    £8.13        £9.33          £8.68

Jobs covered by the survey - Foremen, Wood Machinists, Polishers, Frame Makers, Upholsterers, Assemblers, Cabinet Makers, Sewers, Cutters, Cushion Fillers, Chair makers, Veneer Operatives, Sanders, Labourers, Packers, HGV Drivers, Non-HGV Drivers, Stores/Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality Controllers & Mattress Makers