Watch repairing knowledge and skills
Watchmakers should be able to diagnose, locate and repair faults in the manufacture of watches and clocks, systematically records these faults and recommends changes to minimise such occurrence.
Watchmakers
Descriptions & Duties
- Watchmakers diagnose, locate and repair faults in the manufacture of watches and clocks, systematically records these faults and recommends changes to minimise such occurrence.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Eye sight and concentration
Watchmakers should have good eye sight and able to sit and concentrate for long period of time.
Finger dexterity
Watchmakers should have steady hands to delicately manipulate small mechanisms, apparatus and components by using specialised instruments, hand tools, and equipment.
Detail oriented
Watchmakers must need to repair products according to exact specifications. They must have patience and pay attention to large and small details on the pieces they repair.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- a relevant recognised diploma or foundation certificate, or equivalent
Professional qualification
- certificate from WOSTEP, the Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Educational Program
Experience
- 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $13,000 - $16,000
Monthly Salary $17,000 - $20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000 - $35,000
Related Education & Training
Higher Diploma
Work Environment
- Watchmakers usually work at a watchmaking workshop or watch retail shop.
Tools
- Tweezers
- Loupe
- Screwdriver
- Watch tester
- Watch cleaning machine
- Case opener
- Hammer
- Lubricants / Greases for Watches
- Oilers
- Source of standard white light (lamp)
- Microscope
- Finger cots
- Movement holder