Apprenticeship Trainer — Watch Finishing

Location GenevaGenevaSwitzerland
Type Full-Time
Seniority Senior
Posted Mar 21, 2026
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Rolex — Apprenticeship Trainer (Watch Finishing) in Geneva. Lead, train and assess watchmaking apprentices at Rolex's training centre.

Overview

Rolex is a discreetly held Swiss maison renowned for precision watchmaking and technical excellence. As an employer, Rolex emphasises artisanal mastery, long-term skills development and rigorous quality standards, and invests in internal training and apprenticeship to perpetuate its craftsmanship traditions.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver practical and theoretical instruction to apprentices specialising in watch case finishing and polishing.
  • Monitor and update individual training plans throughout each apprentice's curriculum to ensure competence progression.
  • Plan and coordinate workplace placements and practical internships; prepare apprentices for vocational examinations.
  • Provide personalised follow-up for each apprentice, implementing remedial actions where required to secure learning outcomes.
  • Design and deliver technical training sessions for shop floor staff and colleagues.
  • Participate in recruitment activities for apprenticeship intake and assess candidate suitability.
  • Contribute to apprenticeship events and represent the training centre at internal and external forums.
  • Engage in continuous improvement projects to optimise training content, workshop layout and pedagogical methods.
  • Ensure smooth coordination between internal and external partners involved in the apprenticeship programme.

Qualifications

  • Federal VET diploma (CFC) as Watch Finisher / Case finishing (Termineur en habillage horloger).
  • Solid practical knowledge of automatic finishing processes and machinery (terminaison automatique).
  • Good understanding of the Swiss vocational education and training (VET) system.
  • Experience in training or teaching is an asset.
  • Proven ability to organise, document and evolve individual training plans.

Skills

Automatic finishing machinery (terminaison automatique) Common office software (MS Office) Curriculum planning and assessment for vocational training Technical instruction and workshop pedagogy Individual coaching and remedial action planning Project participation in continuous improvement initiatives Strong teamwork, organisation, rigour and interpersonal empathy

Experience

Proven professional experience as a watch finisher on case/finishing operations; prior experience in vocational training or supervising apprentices is highly desirable.

Education

Federal VET certificate (CFC) as Watch Finisher — case finishing/polishing.

Benefits

Stimulating work environment; excellent working conditions; flexible working-time arrangements; high-quality social benefits.

Culture

The workplace culture valorises precision, craftmanship and discretion, with an emphasis on mentorship and skills transmission. Teams operate within structured, safety‑focused workshops that prioritise collective excellence and long-term career development.