Job Description

About Breguet, Blancpain And Glashütte Original

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This is a rare opportunity to work with three of Swatch Groups respected prestige brands Breguet, Glashütte Original, and Blancpain.

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About Breguet, Blancpain And Glashütte Original

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This is a rare prospect to work with three of Swatch Groups respected prestige brands Breguet, Glashütte Original, and Blancpain.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The Role & Key Responsibilities

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- Diagnose, disassemble and fault-find mechanical watch movements
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- Service, assemble, lubricate and regulate mechanical movements to brand specifications
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- Restore cases, bracelets and components to a factory-quality finish
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- Repair or replace worn and defective components
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- Perform precision adjustments to balance wheels, hairsprings, escapements and gear trains
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- Regulate movements to achieve chronometer-level accuracy and performance
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- Remove, fit and align dials and hands with precision
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- Conduct timing, magnetism and water resistance testing to ensure quality standards are met
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- Complete all servicing and repairs in accordance with manufacturer standards and workshop procedures
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- Maintain workshop tools, equipment and a clean, organised workspace
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- Follow technical work instructions, standard operating procedures and quality processes
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- Adhere to workplace health and safety requirements, reporting hazards and incidents promptly
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- Assess, support and provide feedback on technical staff development, ensuring workflows, workmanship and quality meet Brand Standards
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- Implement and maintain product specifications, technical procedures, workshop standards, and the availability, maintenance and calibration of tools and equipment
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Skills & Experience

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- Qualified with satisfactory completion of a watchmaking apprenticeship/WOSTEP 3000hr course (or) equivalent
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- Minimum of 5 years' experience with servicing precision mechanical timepieces (standard and chronograph)
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- Successful completion of Evaluation SGWME 2824-2 (or) equivalent. E.g. OWME 1120 or EWME 2824
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- 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
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- Desirable qualifications – ETA 7750, OME 3303/1861 or relevant Prestige Brand Experience
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- Prior experience of jewellery or watch based refurbishment, including precious metals
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- WOSTEP or similar trade qualification in polishing
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- Excellent organisational skills and methodology
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- Basic computer and administration skills
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- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability
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- Ability to work towards targets and KPI's
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Job Location: Sydney, Australia (New South Wales)

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Company Address: The Swatch Group (Australia) PTY. LTD. 40 River Boulevard Level 3 Richmond, Victoria 3121 Australia

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📌 Senior Watchmaker | Precision Timekeeping Instruments (New South Wales)
🏢 Blancpain
📍 New South Wales