Watchmaker / Watch Technician

About the Role

GD Time is a growing watch retail business dealing in quality timepieces. We're looking for a skilled and meticulous Watchmaker to service, repair, and restore mechanical and quartz watches to the highest standard. You'll work hands-on at the bench with premium brands including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Panerai, and Tudor, playing a key role in maintaining the quality and reputation of the watches we sell and service.

Key Responsibilities

- Servicing & repair - disassemble, clean, lubricate, and reassemble mechanical and quartz movements

- Diagnostics - inspect and accurately diagnose faults in movements, cases, and complications

- Restoration - carry out case and bracelet refinishing, gasket replacement, and component sourcing/replacement

- Quality control - inspect incoming watches, verify authenticity of parts, and test timing accuracy, water resistance, and power reserve

- Battery & strap work - handle battery replacements, strap/bracelet fitting, and minor adjustments

- Documentation - record service history, parts used, and condition reports for each timepiece

- Support retail - advise the team on repair timelines, feasibility, and cost estimates

Requirements

- Formal watchmaking qualification (e.g. WOSTEP, SAWTA, or equivalent) or proven hands-on watchmaking experience

- Experience servicing premium brands - Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Panerai, Tudor - strongly preferred

- Solid understanding of mechanical and quartz movements

- Precision, patience, and excellent hand-eye coordination

- Comfortable handling high-value timepieces with care and discretion

- Familiarity with watchmaking tools and equipment (timegrapher, pressure tester, etc.)

- Interest in horology and a commitment to craftsmanship

What We Offer

- Hands-on work with a diverse range of quality timepieces

- A close-knit team environment with room to grow

- Exposure to the watch / luxury retail industry