Watchmaker Assembly Trainee Pangbourne, England
Job description
Horologium Limited is a family run, watch service provider based in Pangbourne, Berkshire. Our focus is working with independent watch brands both in the UK and around the world, offering a large variety of services.
We’re a significant contributor to the British watch industry and, in less than three years, have become one of the top three assembly workshops in the country by volume. With our international network of service partners, plus our own after-sales workshop in Pangbourne, we currently support 39 independent watch brands.
To underpin our continued growth we’re looking for exceptional individuals to join our recently launched, 6-month, trainee programme. It requires no previous experience with watches however a background in a technical field is a plus.
The programme will prepare you for day-to-day operations as an Assembly Watchmaker, within our friendly team. This will include watch assembly, basic theory of watchmaking, proper handling of tools and the ability to solve issues independently. During the six months you’ll be expected to learn and achieve the exacting quality standards our clients have come to expect from us.
This opportunity is an ideal entry point into watchmaking for anyone looking to jumpstart a career in the profession. Plus, to improve work/life balance, our assembly workshop operates a 4-day week, Monday to Thursday.
The salary during the trainee programme is £22,000 per annum (at 30 hours / week). Once you’ve progressed to Assembly Watchmaker this increases to £27,000 per annum.
Additionally we offer:
- Pension scheme with full contributions match
- Staff discount in our shop and services
- Allocated parking space
- Sick pay
If you think you have the dexterity, analytical mindset, hand/eye co-ordination and possess bags of patience with attention to detail in abundance, we’d love to hear from you.
Must have right to work in the UK.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Pangbourne: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Please elaborate why you want to start a career in watchmaking.
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
