- inspecting and taking apart watches or clocks to identify faults
- replacing batteries
- cleaning and oiling parts
- making new parts to replace worn ones
- checking for accuracy
- fitting new watch straps
- etching or engraving designs onto a watch face
Watch or clock repairer | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Clock and watch repairers mend and restore clocks and watches.
Watch or clock repairers typically work around 42 to 44 hours per week.
As a Watch or clock repairer you will typically work weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
- Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
- Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical,
| Average salary |
| 47,172 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Watch or clock repairer
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47,199 GBP
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46,880 GBP
Average salary for part-time Watch or clock repairer
Average salary for full-time Watch or clock repairer
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28,042 GBP
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47,172 GBP
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46,880 GBP
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47,199 GBP
Salary over time for Watch or clock repairer
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43,835 GBP
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45,944 GBP
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45,820 GBP
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46,974 GBP
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52,186 GBP
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49,018 GBP
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47,172 GBP
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45,528 GBP
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44,248 GBP
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Things to highlight for your Watch or clock repairer interview
Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
