Car mechanic profile on Websta: what to set up in Gibraltar

What sections your profile should have

Your Websta profile works as a dedicated page for your mechanic business. Start with a clear description of what you do: general repairs, diagnostics, servicing, MOT-related work, or specialist areas like electrical systems or engine rebuilds. Keep it specific to the services you actually offer.

Add a services section that lists the main types of work you handle. This might include routine maintenance, brake work, suspension repairs, transmission servicing, diagnostics, or welding. Be honest about what you do and do not do - a customer would rather know upfront that you do not handle bodywork than discover it after contact.

Upload photos of your workspace, tools, and equipment. A clean, organized workshop gives confidence. If you work mobile or from a smaller space, one or two good photos still help. Photos build trust more than text alone.

Include a contact form so people can send you details about their vehicle and the problem. Add your phone number and email. A contact form captures inquiries even outside your working hours.

Set up online booking or quote request functionality so customers can check availability or ask for a price estimate without calling. This matters in Gibraltar where many people use messaging and prefer quick written responses.

Languages for your profile

English is the main language in Gibraltar and the language most searches will use. Publish your profile in English.

If you speak Spanish, adding a Spanish version helps you reach customers from nearby areas or Spanish-speaking residents. Check your Websta settings to add a second language version of your profile if you want to do this.

How people in Gibraltar search for mechanics

Websta has a marketplace for car mechanics in Gibraltar at /marketplace/auto. People nearby search by service type (for example, 'brake repair' or 'MOT preparation') and by location. Since Gibraltar is small, location matters less than in larger countries, but being listed and visible in the marketplace increases the chance someone finds you.

Beyond Websta, people use Google search, ask friends, or check business directories. A strong Websta profile helps when someone searches 'mechanic Gibraltar' or specific services like 'car diagnostics Gibraltar'. Websta profiles rank in search results.

Mobile searches are common. Make sure your profile shows clearly on a phone screen - Websta profiles are designed to do this, but test your own by viewing it on your phone.

What to sort out as an independent provider

In Gibraltar, you need to check with the Gibraltar Tax Authority and the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission about business registration and tax obligations for self-employed work. Requirements for sole traders and independent contractors differ by circumstances, so check the local authority rather than relying on general advice.

Insurance is essential. Professional indemnity and public liability insurance protect you if something goes wrong. Speak to a local insurance broker about what cover you need as a mechanic.

Health and safety rules apply to your workspace. Check the Gibraltar Health and Safety at Work Act and any local authority guidance on working with tools, oils, and vehicle lifts.

If you use online payment through Websta, the platform handles card payments through Stripe and pays the money to your own bank account. You set your own prices and keep control of your rates. You will need a business bank account or a personal account set up to receive these payments - check your bank about account types for self-employed work.

Ask the Gibraltar Chamber of Commerce or a local business advisor if there are any specific licensing or certification requirements for mechanics in Gibraltar. Standards and requirements can change, so verify current rules rather than assuming.

What to write in your first hour

Start by writing a short description of your mechanic business. One or two sentences covering the main services you offer and your experience level.

List five to ten core services: for example, general servicing, brake inspection and repair, suspension work, diagnostic scanning, oil and filter changes, battery replacement, MOT-related preparation. Be specific about what you do.

Write your phone number and email clearly. Add your opening hours.

Add a line or two about your workshop or setup. If you work from a commercial garage, say so. If you work mobile, mention the types of work you can do on-site.

Take or upload one or two photos of your workspace or tools. Even one clear photo is better than none.

Set up a quote request option so customers can ask for a price. Include the question 'What is your vehicle make, model and year, and what is the problem?'

Why a Websta profile matters in Gibraltar

Gibraltar has a small but active car-owning population. Most car owners search online when they need repair work. A Websta profile puts you in front of them at the moment they are looking.

You control your prices, your availability, and what you show about your business. You are not paying a subscription or commission upfront - you only pay when you receive a customer payment through the platform, which goes to your bank account.

The marketplace connects you with people nearby who post tasks or search for specific services. This is how new customers find mechanics they have not heard of before.

Next steps

Visit Websta and set up your profile with a description, services list, and photos. Claim or create your page in the marketplace for car mechanics.

Check the Gibraltar Tax Authority and local authority websites for any registration or licensing requirements for self-employed mechanics.

Get professional indemnity and public liability insurance.

Set up a business bank account or confirm your personal account can receive payments from Stripe.

Test your profile on a mobile phone to make sure it looks clear and is easy to contact you.