Rolex Industrial Maintenance Technician
- Location
- GenevaGenevaSwitzerland
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 16, 2026
About Rolex
Rolex is an independent Swiss luxury watchmaker renowned for its technical excellence, rigorous quality standards and vertically integrated manufacturing. As a global leader in horology, the maison combines artisanal craftsmanship with industrial precision across multiple production sites centered in Switzerland.
Rolex is recruiting an Operations Technician in Geneva, Switzerland — responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting of precision watch production equipment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on high‑precision production equipment, including mechanical, electrical and electromechanical systems.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot machine faults rapidly to minimize production downtime; execute root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Carry out machine calibration, alignment and fine adjustment to maintain production tolerances required for watch components.
- Document maintenance activities and spare‑parts usage in the maintenance system (CMMS); prepare technical reports and maintenance dossiers for quality audits.
- Collaborate closely with production, quality and engineering teams to support new equipment introductions, process qualifications and continuous improvement projects (5S, TPM, Lean).
- Manage spare parts stocks and recommend procurement actions to ensure availability of critical components.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and internal manufacturing procedures; participate in risk assessments and machine safeguarding measures.
- Coach and advise machine operators on proper use, basic troubleshooting and routine checks to reduce calls for service.
Qualifications
- Vocational diploma, apprenticeship or technical degree in industrial maintenance, electromechanics, electrotechnology, mechanical engineering or equivalent.
- Proven track record (typically 3+ years) in equipment maintenance within precision manufacturing or a similar technical environment.
- Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, technical drawings and PLC ladder logic.
- Solid understanding of preventative maintenance methodologies and maintenance planning.
- Fluent technical written and verbal communication skills to prepare maintenance records and liaise with cross‑functional teams.
Skills
Experience
Typically requires 3+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial equipment maintenance, ideally within precision engineering, watchmaking, micro‑mechanics or similar high‑tolerance production environments.
Education
Vocational diploma/apprenticeship or technical degree in industrial maintenance, electromechanics, electrotechnology, mechanical engineering or equivalent.
Workplace
The role is situated in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.
Culture
Rolex’s workplace culture emphasises technical excellence, discretion and a relentless focus on quality. Teams operate within a structured, multi‑disciplinary environment where continuous improvement, skill development and long‑term craftsmanship are valued.
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