Job Description
Watchmaker - Chisholm Hunter
With a heritage dating back to 1857, Chisholm Hunter’s mission is to be A Cut Above in everything we do, and as a result we have grown to become one of the UK’s leading jewellers.
We have one of the largest jewellery and watch workshops in Scotland, and a high-performing, passionate and skilled Watch Workshop team. We are now recruiting for a skilled Watch Technician.
The Watch-maker will have a passion for watches and a meticulous eye for detail. To maintain ‘A Cut Above’ standards, the watchmaker will have a proven track record of meeting and exceeding Key Performance Indicators set by their line manager.
Watchmaker - Key responsibilities:
- Troubleshooting mechanical problems
- Servicing and repairs on a variety of luxury brands and their automatic and quartz movements.
- Carry out refurbishment of precious metals and stainless-steel cases and bracelets
- Achieve workload targets within agreed timeframes to contribute to the achievement of department targets.
- Conduct and support training of trainee watchmakers and technicians for all aspects of watch servicing and repairs
- Develop and maintain in-depth relevant brand and product knowledge
- Attend in house and brand training for personal ongoing development
- Maintain a high standard of work and keep returns to a minimum.
Benefits
Competitive salary plus bonus scheme
Temporary maternity cover, with potential opportunity to go permanent
Annual Bonus
Structured personal development plan
Life Assurance
Accredited industry training and qualifications
Excellent career development opportunities
29 days holiday per year, inclusive of bank holidays.
Your Birthday off
Generous staff discounts
Skills & Experience Required:
- WOSTEP/BHI certification, or equivalent
- Omega watch technician accreditation is desirable, but not essential
- Impeccable attention to detail and ability to clearly follow and where needed, switch between detailed instructions
- Experience of working towards set targets
- A self-motivated individual who is able to deliver high standards of quality, in line with Brand standards
- A strong interest in continuing and developing a long-term career with the Swatch Group Professional requirements
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance bonus
Work Location: In person