Watchmaker

Make, service and repair watches.

Typical duration

2 years

Training funded

up to £27,000

Route

Creative and design

Standard ref

ST0395

Role overview

A watchmaker apprenticeship trains you in the traditional and modern craft of assembling, servicing, and repairing mechanical and quartz watches and clocks. You will develop extremely precise manual dexterity, working with tiny components under magnification to restore timepieces to perfect function. Watchmakers are valued specialists who can work for luxury brands, independent retailers, museum conservation, or establish their own repair business.