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Watchmaker
Level
3
Advanced · like A-levels
Length
2 yrs
typical
Sector
Creative and design
Pay
Paid
you earn while training
In a nutshell
Make, service and repair watches.
What you'd do
Disassemble watch movements carefully and clean all components
Inspect parts under magnification and identify worn or broken pieces
Replace mainsprings, jewels, wheels, and escapement components
Lubricate movements using correct oils in the right quantities
Reassemble, regulate, and test movements on a timing machine
Fit new crowns, glasses, and gaskets to restore water resistance
Return serviced timepieces with a written condition report
What you'd learn
How mechanical and quartz watch movements work and interact
How to strip, clean, oil, and reassemble watch movements correctly
Fault diagnosis and repair of mechanical complications
Use of watchmaking hand tools, lathes, and ultrasonic cleaning equipment
Case and bracelet servicing, polishing, and gasket replacement
Timing machine use and how to regulate a movement for accuracy
Customer-facing skills and writing service condition reports
Ready to look for a place?
See live Watchmaker apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.