Watchfinder & Co. Watchmaker Level 2

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Location
MadridMadridSpain
Seniority
Mid-Level
Department
Manufacturing, Artisanal & Industrial Operations
Industry
Pre-Owned, Vintage & Circular Luxury
Posted
Apr 16, 2026

About Watchfinder & Co.

Watchfinder is a specialist retailer and marketplace for authenticated pre-owned luxury watches, supported by an in-house servicing and restoration workshop. The company combines online commerce with a technical service centre that upholds brand-level standards of inspection, refurbishment and certification.

Watchfinder in Madrid seeks a Watchmaker Level 2 to service and restore luxury pre-owned watches in its in-house workshop.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Perform disassembly, cleaning, repair, reassembly and regulation of mechanical and quartz wristwatch movements to brand-standard tolerances.
  • Diagnose faults and produce clear service estimates and repair reports for workshop and client records.
  • Execute case and bracelet refurbishment, polishing and replacement of wear components while preserving original finishes.
  • Conduct water-resistance testing, pressure testing and final quality control using timing machines and diagnostic instruments.
  • Maintain accurate job cards, parts inventories and traceability for servicing history and warranty records.
  • Collaborate with customer service and technical teams to prioritise returns, advise on service timescales and ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

  • Formal watchmaking qualification (WOSTEP, British Horological Institute or equivalent) or completed apprenticeship in horology.
  • Level 2 competency demonstrated by a portfolio of serviced calibres or a minimum of 2–4 years practical experience in a professional watch workshop.
  • Proven ability to service common Swiss calibres and to follow OEM technical bulletins and service procedures.
  • High attention to micro-mechanical detail and manual dexterity suitable for repetitive fine-assembly tasks.
  • Fluent numeracy for timing, regulation and tolerance measurements; ability to interpret technical schematics.

Skills

Movement disassembly and assembly Movement diagnosis and regulation Timing machine (timegrapher) use Water-resistance and pressure testing Case and bracelet polishing/refurbishment Parts replacement and sourcing Technical report writing and job-card management

Experience

Mid-level watchmaker with approximately 2–4 years of hands-on experience in a professional repair or service centre, with a track record of servicing mechanical and quartz wristwatch movements to manufacturer tolerances.

Education

Vocational qualification in watchmaking (WOSTEP, BHI or equivalent) or completed horological apprenticeship.

Workplace

This position is based in Madrid, Madrid, Spain.

Culture

The workplace emphasises technical excellence, meticulous craftsmanship and respect for horological heritage. Teams operate in a performance-driven workshop environment where precision, accountability and collaboration with retail and after-sales teams are highly valued.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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