Audemars Piguet Watchmaker

Overview

A distinguished luxury watch maison operating in Tokyo as part of an international network of haute horlogerie ateliers. The employer emphasizes traditional craftsmanship, meticulous finishing and technical excellence, blending artisanal methods with modern diagnostic technology to service and build high‑value mechanical timepieces.

Role & Responsibilities

• Assemble, service and regulate mechanical movements to the maison’s technical and aesthetic standards, including cleaning, oiling and adjustment of components.
• Diagnose faults and execute repairs on complications (e.g., chronographs, calendar mechanisms, tourbillons) with precision and attention to tolerances.
• Perform timing and rate adjustments using timing machines (timegrapher) and micrometric measurement tools to ensure chronometric performance.
• Execute delicate hand‑finishing, component polishing and assembly work consistent with haute horlogerie surface and aesthetic criteria.
• Maintain detailed repair records and technical documentation for each timepiece, ensuring traceability and parts control.
• Conduct quality control inspections at multiple production stages and approve completed watches for return to client or retail display.
• Collaborate with after‑sales, client service and parts departments to prioritise repairs, manage turnaround times and support customer communication.
• Mentor and train junior watchmakers and apprentices in bench techniques, standards and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Formal watchmaking qualification or equivalent vocational diploma (e.g., WOSTEP or similar) or completed apprenticeship in horology.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in mechanical watch assembly and service within a luxury or precision environment.
• Exceptional manual dexterity, steady hand and proven ability to work with microscopic components under magnification.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical movement architecture, lubrication regimes and escapement regulation.
• High standards of cleanliness, organization and adherence to atelier health & safety protocols.

Skills

Experience

Five or more years servicing and assembling mechanical watches in a luxury or specialist horology environment, with demonstrable experience on complex movements and a history of working to haute horlogerie tolerances.

Education

Vocational watchmaking diploma or equivalent professional certification (WOSTEP or equivalent) or completion of a recognised watchmaking apprenticeship.

Workplace

Culture

The atelier culture prioritizes meticulous craftsmanship, apprenticeship and continuous technical development. Teams operate in a disciplined, collaborative environment where precision, respect for heritage techniques and incremental innovation are equally valued.

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