LVMH Watch Repair Support Technician
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 9, 2026
About LVMH
A luxury watch and jewellery maison operating an in-house technical atelier within the Watches & Jewellery division of a major luxury group. The employer emphasises artisanal craftsmanship, precision repair services and professional workshop standards while maintaining inclusive hiring practices.
Watch & Jewellery maison in Tokyo seeks a Watch Repair Support Technician (contract) for onsite atelier tasks and parts management.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage spare parts inventory: store components on designated shelves according to assigned code numbers and pick parts as required for repair workflows.
- Perform quality inspections of repaired watches and jewellery, verifying completion and conformity with internal guidelines.
- Clean watch parts and jewellery pre- and post-polishing using water, steam and appropriate cleaning methods.
- Execute basic watch repair tasks including disassembly/reassembly of cases and bracelets, battery replacement for quartz watches, and movement exchange under supervision.
- Perform ancillary repair-related tasks such as routine data entry into workshop systems and simple email correspondence.
Qualifications
- Possession of a disability certificate (障がい者手帳) — mandatory.
- Basic PC literacy desirable (ability to perform system data entry and simple email correspondence).
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Manual dexterity and steadiness sufficient for handling small components and delicate parts.
Skills
Experience
Open to candidates with no prior experience; on-the-job training will be provided. Entry-level applicants, including those without watch-repair background, are welcome.
Workplace
The role is situated in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
Benefits
Statutory social insurance; commuting allowance (season-ticket); weekends and public holidays off; summer leave; year-end/New Year holidays; flextime system with core time 11:00–15:00 (standard hours 9:30–17:30, 7 working hours/day, 1 hour break).
Culture
The workplace combines the discipline of a precision watchmaking atelier with the service-mindedness of a luxury maison. Teams prioritise meticulous workmanship, adherence to internal quality standards and a supportive environment; the employer also demonstrates commitment to inclusive recruitment and workplace accommodations.
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