Locksmith: tasks and pay
- €16 to €22gross per hour, indicative
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What does a locksmith earn?
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€16 to €22
gross per hour
Estimate by Werkvolk, updated on 15 September 2026.
Indicative Belgian pay range: €16 to €22 gross per hour. Emergency call-outs, evening or weekend work and running your own business can lift your total earnings. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
How do I become a locksmith? See the guideThe job at a glance
- What you doAs a locksmith you install and repair mechanical and electronic security products and you open locks at the client's when they are locked out.
- What you needManual dexterity and precisionKnowledge of mechanical and electronic locks
What does a locksmith do?
As a locksmith you install and repair mechanical and electronic security products and you open locks at the client's when they are locked out. You cut and copy keys to code, repair locks and re-pin cylinders, and sometimes you install and repair automatic closing systems. You organise your workstation, install locks and closing accessories and tidy the site when the work is done. The trade is also known as key cutter, lock fitter or access and closing technician. You work in building finishing, retail and manual trades across Vlaanderen, always following the safety rules.
Typical tasks
- Organise your workstation and prepare the job
- Cut and copy keys to code
- Repair locks and re-pin cylinders
- Install locks and closing accessories
- Open locks at the client when locked out
- Tidy the site and work safely
- Work with respect for the environment
Required skills
- Manual dexterity and precision
- Knowledge of mechanical and electronic locks
- Problem-solving under time pressure
- Customer contact and discretion
- Reliability and integrity with security
- Driving licence B for call-outs
Frequently asked questions
What does a locksmith do?
A locksmith installs and repairs mechanical and electronic security products and opens locks at the client's when they are locked out. You cut and copy keys to code, repair locks and re-pin cylinders. You also install locks and closing accessories, sometimes fit automatic closing systems, tidy the site and always follow the safety rules.
How much does a locksmith earn in Belgium?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €16 to €22 gross per hour. Emergency call-outs, evening or weekend work and running your own business can lift your total earnings. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
Can you become a locksmith without experience?
You can start as a helper or apprentice, but real independence takes training and practice. Cutting keys to code, re-pinning cylinders and opening locks without damage are skills you build up over time. Employers usually provide on-the-job training, and specialised courses in security and electronic locks help you progress.
What can you grow into as a locksmith?
With experience you can specialise in electronic security, safes or automatic closing systems, or coordinate a small team. Many locksmiths eventually start their own independent business offering installation, repair and emergency call-outs. As a skilled manual trade, it also sits alongside other craft professions where precision and customer service are central.
In which sectors or environments do you work as a locksmith?
You work in building finishing and security, combining manual work with retail-style customer contact. Your days mix workshop tasks such as key cutting and lock repair with call-outs to homes and businesses. It is precise, hands-on work with a strong service and trust component.