Watchmaker and repairer, Kaiwhakatika matawā, karaka hoki
Also known as
- Clockmaker, horologist, watch repairer, clock repairer
Watchmakers and repairers fix and assemble mechanical and electronic watches and clocks.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$25 to $47
Most common
$63
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
3-4 years
Watchmakers and repairers
- usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours including weekends
- usually work in specialist watchmakers’ or jewellers’ workshops
- need to be accurate, methodical and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- fix watches and clocks
- inspect watches and clocks
- replace worn or damaged parts
- put watches and clocks back together
- adjust devices for accurate timekeeping
- test watches and clocks
- lubricate moving parts
- clean watches and clocks
- estimate repair and replacement costs
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need to do an apprenticeship to become a qualified watchmaker and repairer.
You need
- to do an apprenticeship in watchmaking
You may need
- to be registered with the Jewellery Industry Registration Board of New Zealand
- to be a member of the Watchmakers Institute of New Zealand
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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