Shoe & Leather Workers & Repairers
Code: 51-6041.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Construct, decorate, or repair leather and leather-like products, such as luggage, shoes, and saddles. May use hand tools.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Boot Maker
Cobbler
Leather Worker
Saddle and Harness Maker
Shoe Cutter
Shoe Maker
Shoe Repairer
Shoe Repairman
Stitcher
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Dye, soak, polish, paint, stamp, stitch, stain, buff, or engrave leather or other materials to obtain desired effects, decorations, or shapes.
- Cut out parts, following patterns or outlines, using knives, shears, scissors, or machine presses.
- Construct, decorate, or repair leather products according to specifications, using sewing machines, needles and thread, leather lacing, glue, clamps, hand tools, or rivets.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shoe & Leather Workers & Repairers
Salaries for a Shoe & Leather Workers & Repairers vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Shoe & Leather Workers & Repairers in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Shoe & Leather Workers & Repairers include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Shoe & Leather Workers & Repairers professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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