The average advertised pay for a Valeter, based on live UK vacancies — with how it compares to similar roles and how many jobs are available right now.
By Louisa Lowe, Editor — Careers & Workplace · Updated 5 October 2026The average advertised salary for a Valeter in the UK is £26,000 a year, based on 9 live vacancies carrying salary information this month. That is about £2,170 a month or £13.33 an hour before tax, on a 37.5-hour week. 64% of current adverts are permanent, and 91% are posted through recruitment agencies.
Valeter adverts mention AI or automation 0% of the time — among the most AI-proof roles we track.
Median advertised salary for Valeter beside other job titles in automotive, from the lowest paid to the highest.
| Role | Median pay | Live jobs | Permanent | AI mentions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Used Car Sales | £63,000 | — | 99% | 1% |
| Panel Beater | £50,000 | 115 | 97% | 0% |
| HGV Mechanic | £46,000 | 132 | 97% | 0% |
| Mechanic | £45,000 | 122 | 97% | 0% |
| Car Sales Executive | £42,000 | 56 | 98% | 3% |
| Service Advisor | £34,000 | 209 | 91% | 6% |
| Tyre Fitter | £33,000 | 11 | 94% | 0% |
| Valeter | £26,000 | 9 | 64% | 0% |
Holt Recruitment Ltd
We are looking for a Valeter to join a leading Accident Repair Centre in the Ascot area. The Valeter role comes with an hourly...
ARC Recruits
Valeter / Detailer. We are currently looking for a talented and efficient Valeter / Detailer to join this leading team within a...
Room at the Top Recruitment
We are delighted to be recruiting for a part-time Vehicle Valeter to join a well-established and successful client based in...
H2O Recruitment Services
My client, a leader in high-end automotive services, is seeking a Car Valeter to join their professional team. This is a...
Apex Resource Management
Valeter. Location: Ledbury. Pay Rate: £13.44 per hour. Cover Position / Varied Hours | On-Site. Calling all Car Enthusiasts. Are...
Interaction Recruitment
Join Our Team as a Washbay Operative. Location: Hallen. Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30. Pay Rate: £12.71 per...
Auto Skills UK
VALETER & DETAILER. Location: Bishop's Stortford. Basic Salary: £35,000+ DOE. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Working Hours:...
Ascend Talent
Body Shop Valeter / Detailer. £13.00 per hour | 45 Hours | Overtime Available. Ascend Talent is recruiting on behalf of an...
Auto Skills UK
BODYSHOP VALETER. Location: Southgate, Greater London. Basic Salary: £28,000 - £35,000+ DOE. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent....