Casing Technician

Richemont; West Malling; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Watchfinder & Co. is seeking a meticulous Casing Technician in the West Malling area to dismantle and re-assemble luxury watch cases. You will follow strict processes to ensure water resistance and structural integrity while preparing components for refurbishment.

You will join a team that values accuracy, dexterity, and organisational skills, with comprehensive training provided. This role supports premium pre-owned watches from multiple brands within a congenial, precision‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• High accuracy and precision are essential for dismantling and re-assembling parts.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong concentration.
• Good level of dexterity and hand–eye coordination.
• Able to manage workload in a tidy, organised manner and meet targets.
• Willingness to learn with on‑the‑job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Dismantling watch cases/bracelets to prepare components for refurbishment.
• Re-assembling cases/bracelets after refurbishment, ensuring water resistance and quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Time management

Organization

Team communication

Tools

Repair management system

Job description

Since Watchfinder & Co. was first founded in 2002, it has grown to become the premier resource from which to buy and sell premium pre-owned watches. With thousands of watches available from more than 50 brands, including Rolex, Omega, IWC and more, plus boutiques across the UK and a manufacturer certified service centre, Watchfinder has established itself as the top pre-owned watch specialist.

As a Casing Technician you will be responsible for de-casing luxury timepieces assessing for any issues and re-assembling following stringent processes and procedures.

You will undergo ongoing training and be responsible for the casing up of all models, making sure that the watches are fully waterproof, in satisfactory condition and meeting high standards.

Demonstrating extreme attention to detail and precision you will possess excellent time management and organisation skills, as well as a desire to learn.

Responsibilities:

• Dismantling of watch cases/bracelets to a set procedure to prepare individual components for refurbishment and cleaning.

• Re-assembling cases/bracelets on completion of the refurbishment process. Strict processes and procedure must be followed to ensure that watch cases pass strict criteria including water resistance.

• Ordering required parts from parts dept when required to ensure case work is completed to a strict quality.

• During dismantling/re-assembly, assess for any issues related to the case, bracelet or movement and raise to casing supervisor.

• Link & bracelet adjustments to be performed across all brands

• Using in-house repair management system ensure all repairs are documented with relevant information.

• Other casing related jobs that involve removal or re-fitting of case parts

• On completion of a successful probation/training period, the successful candidate will be monitored via the internal production target daily, weekly and monthly.

About you…

• A high level of accuracy and precision

• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of concentration and focus

• A good level of dexterity and hand-eye co-ordination

• Ability to work in a tidy and organised manner and manage workload

• Ability to communicate well with peers and senior members of the casing team

• Ability to follow stringent guidelines and operating procedures

• No previous knowledge of watch assembly is required as all training will be provided to the successful candidate. But experience working in a technical/hands on environment will be beneficial.