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Watch/Clock Repairer

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• Watch/clock repairers make all kinds of repairs on faulty or damaged clocks and watches.
• The job also involves regularly servicing watches or clocks to keep them in good condition.
• They may work on conservation of valuable antique clocks and watches.
• Repairers usually specialise in either watches or clocks.

In the retail sector, they usually work 37 to 40 hours a week, which may include Saturdays, and they may work part time.

Most of the work involves sitting at a bench.

Watch/clock repairers can earn from £14,000 to £40,000. Self-employed watch/clock repairers may earn more.

The job requires:

• patience and attention to detail
• good practical skills to work with intricate and delicate implements and components
• to relate well to a range of people
• an aptitude for design and research.

Most watch and clock repair is done by small firms. Some jewellery shops have their own repair facilities. Self-employment is common.

The demand for experienced and qualified repairers may increase.

Whilst people do not need any formal academic qualifications, a good standard of secondary education and an aptitude in craft and technology subjects is useful. Some employers may expect GCSEs/S grades (A-C/1-3) in maths, science and technology.

Organisations such as the British Horological Institute provide courses that lead to accredited professional qualifications, and there is an HND in Horology.

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