Watch Technician

HOB HOUSE OF BRANDS SOUTH EAST ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Breitling Singapore is seeking a watch servicing technician to dismantle and reassemble watch cases and bracelets, perform movement exchanges, and carry out basic servicing on quartz movements, following Breitling standards.

You will polish components, conduct water-resistance tests, perform timing controls, and ensure final quality checks meet Breitling's excellence, with training provided and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Technician certification preferred but not essential.
• Experience in watch industry or related field is desirable.
• Knowledge/interest in Swiss watchmaking.

Responsibilities

• Dismantling and reassembly of watch cases and bracelets, including exchange of worn or damaged components.
• Movement exchange, with dial & hands setting.
• Basic movement servicing, quartz, 3-hands etc.
• De-casing and re-casing watch movements.
• Polishing and refinishing watch components to brand standards.
• Conducting water-resistance tests to ensure product integrity.
• Performing timing controls, including movement regulation and precision testing.
• Executing final quality control checks to ensure compliance with Breitling's standards of excellence.
• Any other duties as requested or instructed by the Workshop Supervisor.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Concentration

Teamwork

Time management

Self-motivation

Target-driven

Swiss watchmaking knowledge

Education

Technician certification (or similar)

Job description

Main Duties

Technical operations include:

• Dismantling and reassembly of watch cases and bracelets, including exchange of worn or damaged components i.e. seals, pushers, crowns, crystals etc.
• Movement exchange, with dial & hands setting
• Basic movement servicing, quartz, 3-hands etc.
• De-casing and re-casing watch movements
• Polishing and refinishing watch components to brand standards.
• Conducting water-resistance tests to ensure product integrity.
• Performing timing controls, including movement regulation and precision testing.
• Executing final quality control checks to ensure compliance with Breitling's standards of excellence.
• Any other duties as requested or instructed by the Workshop Supervisor.

Breitling specific training will be provided; career progression and other relevant opportunities will be offered according to the applicant's skillset.

Responsibilities

• ERP systems are used correctly, aligned with the repair process.
• Designated service requirements are completed according to repair order.
• Assigned tasks are conducted to Breitling standards, following company guidelines.
• Lead time objectives and individual productivity KPI's are achieved.
• Company regulations and safety guidelines are respected.
• Promote Breitling values.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

• Technician certification (or similar) is preferred but not essential.

Experience:

• Previous experience within the watch industry or a related field. Note: Candidates with experience in a similar industry and a desire to work in watch servicing will be considered.
• Knowledge / interest in Swiss watchmaking.

Personal skills:

• Good hand-eye coordination.
• High levels of concentration.
• Attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, well organized and able to work as part of a team.
• Able to manage targets and deadlines.