Senior Watchmaker | Precision Timekeeping Instruments

About Breguet, Blancpain and Glashütte Original This is a rare opportunity to work with three of Swatch Groups respected prestige brands Breguet, Glashütte Original, and Blancpain. Breguet , founded in 1775, is synonymous with exceptional horology, innovation, and timeless elegance. From pioneering inventions such as the tourbillon to creating timepieces for historical figures including Marie-Antoinette, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Winston Churchill, Breguet continues to define the future of haute horlogerie through extraordinary craftsmanship and technical excellence. Founded in 1735, Blancpain is the world's oldest watch brand and a symbol of Swiss watchmaking excellence. Celebrated for its dedication to mechanical watchmaking, Blancpain seamlessly blends centuries of expertise with innovation, producing iconic collections that exemplify precision, artistry, and enduring luxury. With an uninterrupted heritage dating back to 1845, Glashütte Original represents the pinnacle of German watchmaking. Renowned for its authentic manufactory approach, the brand produces up to 95% of its movement components and its exquisite dials in-house, combining traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation to create exceptional mechanical timepieces. The Role & Key Responsibilities • Diagnose, disassemble and fault-find mechanical watch movements • Service, assemble, lubricate and regulate mechanical movements to brand specifications • Restore cases, bracelets and components to a factory-quality finish • Repair or replace worn and defective components • Perform precision adjustments to balance wheels, hairsprings, escapements and gear trains • Regulate movements to achieve chronometer-level accuracy and performance • Remove, fit and align dials and hands with precision • Conduct timing, magnetism and water resistance testing to ensure quality standards are met • Complete all servicing and repairs in accordance with manufacturer standards and workshop procedures • Maintain workshop tools, equipment and a clean, organised workspace • Follow technical work instructions, standard operating procedures and quality processes • Adhere to workplace health and safety requirements, reporting hazards and incidents promptly • Assess, support and provide feedback on technical staff development, ensuring workflows, workmanship and quality meet Brand Standards • Implement and maintain product specifications, technical procedures, workshop standards, and the availability, maintenance and calibration of tools and equipment Skills & Experience • Qualified with satisfactory completion of a watchmaking apprenticeship/WOSTEP 3000hr course (or) equivalent • Minimum of 5 years’ experience with servicing precision mechanical timepieces (standard and chronograph) • Successful completion of Evaluation SGWME 2824-2 (or) equivalent. E.g. OWME 1120 or EWME 2824 • Ability to service timepieces to the precision criteria established by Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS) or COSC (Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute - ISO 3159) or the relevant Brand equivalence. • Desirable qualifications – ETA 7750, OME 3303/1861 or relevant Prestige Brand Experience. • Prior experience of jewellery or watch based refurbishment, including precious metals • WOSTEP or similar trade qualification in polishing • Excellent organisational skills and methodology • Basic computer and administration skills • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability • Ability to work towards targets and KPI’s How to Apply Click APPLY to submit your application.