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Automotive Average Salaries in Belgium 2024

How much money does a person working in Automotive make in Belgium?


Average Monthly Salary
4,710 EUR
( 56,500 EUR yearly)

LOW
2,140
EUR
AVERAGE
4,710
EUR
HIGH
11,100
EUR
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Automotive in Belgium typically earns around 4,710 EUR. Salaries range from 2,140 EUR (lowest average) to 11,100 EUR (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Automotive domain in Belgium exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Automotive
After Sales Automotive Manager6,350 EUR
Alignment Technician2,400 EUR
Auto Damage Adjuster2,770 EUR
Auto Detailer2,760 EUR
Auto Parts Manager7,820 EUR
Automotive Assembler2,540 EUR
Automotive Assembly Manager7,240 EUR
Automotive Assembly Operator2,590 EUR
Automotive Body Repairer2,560 EUR
Automotive Branch Manager9,740 EUR
Automotive Central Planner3,510 EUR
Automotive Electrician3,120 EUR
Automotive Engineering Technician3,600 EUR
Automotive Estimating Manager6,120 EUR
Automotive Estimator5,050 EUR
Automotive General Manager11,500 EUR
Automotive Inventory Officer2,450 EUR
Automotive Machine Learning Engineer6,260 EUR
Automotive Manager10,600 EUR
Automotive Master Mechanic3,860 EUR
Automotive Parts Supplier3,910 EUR
Automotive Project Engineer4,480 EUR
Automotive Project Manager7,820 EUR
Automotive Purchase Manager8,760 EUR
Automotive Sales4,610 EUR
Automotive Service Technician2,550 EUR
Automotive Technician2,710 EUR
Automotive Technician2,570 EUR
Automotive Test Engineer4,390 EUR
Automotive Warranty Administrator4,110 EUR
Automotive Warranty Clerk2,910 EUR
Autonomous / Driverless Vehicle Engineer6,840 EUR
Autonomous Vehicle Fleet Manager7,580 EUR
Autonomous Vehicle Technician4,120 EUR
Car Parts and Accessories Fitter2,410 EUR
Car Salesman4,910 EUR
Charging Infrastructure Specialist8,800 EUR
Clean-Car Engineer6,100 EUR
Connected Car App Developer6,300 EUR
Connected Car Engineer6,740 EUR
Damage Appraiser3,630 EUR
Diesel Engine Specialist3,490 EUR
Electric Vehicle Battery Technician3,260 EUR
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Specialist5,520 EUR
Electric Vehicle Charging Network Analyst6,010 EUR
Electric Vehicle Charging Station Manager5,660 EUR
Electric Vehicle Engineer6,860 EUR
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Manager8,530 EUR
Electric Vehicle Sales Consultant5,960 EUR
Electric Vehicle Technician3,960 EUR
Infotainment System Developer6,430 EUR
Job Card Opener2,570 EUR
Light Detection and Ranging Engineer6,520 EUR
Lube Technician2,250 EUR
Master File Maintenance3,530 EUR
Materials Planner3,760 EUR
Mechanic2,750 EUR
Motor Vehicle Inspector3,760 EUR
Motorcycle Mechanic2,930 EUR
Self-driving Car Tester4,940 EUR
Service Advisor4,390 EUR
Service Manager7,030 EUR
Smart Mobility Engineer5,970 EUR
Stock Controller3,250 EUR
Technical Advisor4,610 EUR
Telematics Analyst5,100 EUR
Telematics Specialist5,210 EUR
Telematics Technician4,130 EUR
Tire Retreader2,580 EUR
Used Car Manager6,090 EUR
Vehicle Body Maker3,120 EUR
Vehicle Connectivity Engineer5,960 EUR
Vehicle Examiner3,420 EUR
Vehicle Painter2,310 EUR
Vehicle Trimmer2,580 EUR
Vehicle User Experience Designer6,390 EUR
Welder2,410 EUR


Automotive Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Belgium

Median and salary distribution Belgium Automotive monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
5,590 EUR or more
10% of people earn
4,720 to 5,590 EUR
20% of people earn
2,800 EUR or less
65% of people earn
2,800 to 4,720 EUR
Minimum Salary
2,140 EUR
Median
4,240 EUR
Maximum
11,100 EUR




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Automotive in Belgium range from 2,140 EUR (starting average salary) to 11,100 EUR (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Automotive is 4,240 EUR, implying that half of the workforce in Belgium earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Automotive in Belgium earn less than 3,410 EUR, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 5,240 EUR, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Automotive in Belgium. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 2,800 EUR to 4,720 EUR. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 2,800 EUR mark, while 10% ranged from 4,720 EUR to 5,590 EUR. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 5,590 EUR or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Automotive in Belgium having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Automotive in Belgium, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Belgium costs anywhere from 30,800 EUR to 92,500 EUR and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Automotive / Belgium

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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Automotive in Belgium, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 6%.

Male
4,850 EUR
Female-5%
4,590 EUR
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Belgium for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Automotive / Belgium

How much are annual salary increments in Belgium for individuals working in Automotive? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Automotive in Belgium are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 8% every 16 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 8% granted to employees every 17 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Belgium Automotive
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Belgium / All Professions

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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Belgium is 6%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Automotive / Belgium

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Belgium Automotive
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48% of surveyed staff in Automotive reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 52% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 3% to 5% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
52%
No Bonus
48%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Automotive / Belgium


27 EUR per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Automotive in Belgium is 27 EUR.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Automotive in Belgium is 12 EUR. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Antwerp5,450 EUR
Brugge (Bruges)4,720 EUR
Brussel4,870 EUR
Charleroi5,180 EUR
Gent (Ghent)5,350 EUR
Leuven4,470 EUR
Liege5,080 EUR
Namur4,660 EUR

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Belgium is 5% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
6,020 EUR
Public Sector+5%
6,340 EUR
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Automotive in Belgium?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 4,240 EUR and 5,240 EUR. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Automotive in Belgium ranges from 2,140 EUR to 3,410 EUR. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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