Watchmaking Apprentice (EBA)
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Rolex in Geneva seeks a Watchmaking Apprentice (EBA): structured horology apprenticeship with mentorship and career prospects.
Overview
Rolex is a preeminent Swiss watchmaker headquartered in Geneva, renowned for technical precision, artisanal craftsmanship and enduring luxury. As an employer, Rolex offers rigorous vocational programmes and structured apprenticeships within ateliers that combine traditional horological methods and modern industrial standards.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assemble and fit the individual components of mechanical watch movements with exacting precision.
- Develop competence in regulation techniques—both traditional and industrial—and perform movement adjustment tasks.
- Operate fine hand tools and magnification equipment; handle miniature components safely and accurately.
- Execute all job-specific tasks independently while adhering to strict quality and productivity standards.
- Maintain clean, organised workspaces and document work according to internal quality control procedures.
- Learn under the supervision of experienced trainers and participate in structured training modules.
Qualifications
- Excellent visual acuity and sustained concentration for detailed manual tasks.
- High level of patience, manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
- Logical, methodical approach to problem solving and adherence to process.
- Very good spoken French.
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; suitable for candidates interested in horology and precision manual work. School workshops, internships or personal experience with mechanical assembly are advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Completion of compulsory schooling or equivalent; candidates must be eligible for an EBA apprenticeship pathway.
Benefits
Structured apprenticeship with guidance from experienced trainers and clear prospects for professional development.
Culture
The workplace emphasizes Swiss standards of precision, discipline and craftsmanship within collaborative atelier settings. Apprentices are integrated into a culture that values technical mastery, long-term skill development and adherence to rigorous quality standards.