About the job
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Watchmaker to join the service atelier of a prestigious luxury watch company.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a highly skilled technical team dedicated to the servicing, restoration, and maintenance of exceptional mechanical timepieces within a state-of-the-art workshop environment.
The successful candidate will join a business renowned for craftsmanship, engineering excellence, and a strong heritage within the luxury watch sector.
Watchmaker – Luxury Watch Company
Oxfordshire / Home Counties Area
Please note: Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
The Role
As a Watchmaker, you will play a key role within a specialist service atelier, carrying out servicing, repairs, diagnostics, and maintenance on luxury mechanical timepieces to the highest possible standards.
Working within a fully equipped modern workshop, you will be part of a collaborative technical team focused on precision, quality, and exceptional client service.
This role would suit a passionate and highly detail-oriented watchmaker who takes pride in their craftsmanship and enjoys working within a premium luxury environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out servicing, repairs, and maintenance on luxury mechanical watches
- Diagnose technical faults and complete repairs to approved technical standards
- Conduct quality control inspections to ensure all work meets exacting standards
- Complete servicing of hand-wound mechanical and automatic movements
- Service chronographs and small complications
- Carry out quick repairs including bracelet and strap adjustments
- Maintain accurate documentation relating to all work completed
- Work both independently and collaboratively within a technical workshop environment
- Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Occasionally support brand events or technical demonstrations where required
- Remain calm, organised, and focused within a fast-paced luxury environment
Candidate Profile
- WOSTEP qualification or similar watchmaking diploma preferred
- Minimum 3–4 years’ bench experience within luxury watch servicing
- Proven experience working on premium mechanical timepieces
- Strong technical understanding of horology and movement construction
- Passion for luxury watches, engineering, and craftsmanship
- Exceptional dexterity and attention to detail
- Highly organised with excellent time management skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously
- Strong team ethic and professional attitude
Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Additional paid shutdown period over December
- Complimentary daily lunch provided on-site
- Life assurance scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- Long-service recognition awards
- Ongoing technical training and career development opportunities
- Significant employee discounts
- Employee wellbeing support services
- Regular company social events and team activities
- Support for charitable and volunteer initiatives
Working Environment
- Monday to Friday
- 37.5 hours per week
- Fully onsite workshop position
- Collaborative technical atelier environment
- Structured probation and progression process
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