Restoration Watchmaker

Location GenevaGenevaSwitzerland
Type Full-Time
Seniority Senior
Posted Mar 16, 2026
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Patek Philippe — Geneva: Restoration Watchmaker for vintage mechanical watches (1965–1980) within the International Customer Service Division.

Overview

Patek Philippe is a Geneva-based Maison of haute horlogerie renowned for artisanal craftsmanship and technical excellence. Independently owned and internationally respected, the brand maintains rigorous in-house standards across manufacturing and after-sales service, delivering precision restoration and bespoke care for collectible timepieces.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Diagnose technical faults and establish precise repair plans for vintage mechanical watches (production years circa 1965–1980).
  • Execute full restoration workflows: disassembly, movement restoration, parts reconditioning or replacement, reassembly and adjustment.
  • Perform lubrication, regulation (including flat and Breguet hairsprings), casing, and dial/hands fitting to meet brand tolerances.
  • Ensure meticulous quality control at each stage in accordance with established assembly and inspection processes.
  • Document interventions and maintain traceability for customer-service records within the International Customer Service Division.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in the atelier to preserve technical knowledge and uphold service standards.

Qualifications

  • CFC (Certificat Fédéral de Capacité) as Horloger Rhabilleur or equivalent accredited watchmaking qualification.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in restoration/service of high-end or vintage wristwatches.
  • Demonstrated mastery of movement assembly, casing (emboîtage) and fine regulation techniques.
  • Exceptional manual dexterity, precision and rigorous attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to form accurate technical diagnostics.
  • Autonomous worker with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Skills

Technical diagnostics of mechanical watch movements Movement restoration and parts reconditioning Disassembly and reassembly of vintage calibres Lubrication techniques for haute horlogerie movements Regulation of flat and Breguet hairsprings Casing (emboîtage), dial and hand fitting Quality control according to atelier processes Documentation and traceability of service interventions

Experience

At least 5 years' hands-on experience in rhabillage/restoration of premium or vintage mechanical watches, with proven ability to restore and regulate manual-wind and automatic movements to factory-level standards.

Education

CFC Horloger Rhabilleur (Swiss watchmaker certificate) or equivalent qualification.

Culture

The workplace culture emphasizes artisanal excellence, meticulous attention to detail and respect for horological heritage. Technicians operate within a disciplined atelier environment that values technical mastery, peer collaboration and a commitment to preserving collectors' timepieces to museum-quality standards.