As a garage manager or proprietor, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of a garage business and the work of mechanics. Learn more about the day-to-day tasks in this role, how your career might progress and what you’ll need to do to get a job.
As a garage manager or proprietor, you’ll be in charge of a workshop where motor vehicles are brought in for repair and maintenance. Your garage might work on cars, lorries, buses, motorcycles or other motor vehicles. You might manage a garage that serves individual customers or a facility that maintains vehicles for commercial or industrial purposes.
You’ll use your engineering knowledge and business management skills to lead a team of mechanics, making sure jobs are done correctly and on budget. You’ll also manage the stock, finances and staffing of the facility. You might also need to engage with customers or carry out marketing activities in your role. You’ll enjoy managing an operation and working with vehicles.
Daily tasks will vary, but might involve:
The average salary for a garage manager or proprietor in the UK is £68,120. Graduates start at around £23,500.
You won’t typically need to travel for this role, as you’ll usually be based in a garage or mechanic facility. You may need to travel if you’re responsible for multiple sites.
Working from home is uncommon as you’ll be expected to be present on-site, managing staff and engaging with customers most of the time.
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