ANDREW SKYRING
Gympie,QLD
Summary
Detail-oriented Watchmaker/Technician experienced in diagnostics, movement servicing, and quality assurance. Delivered exceptional restorations and maintained precision tools to ensure optimal performance and longevity of luxury timepieces. Committed to enhancing client relationships through outstanding service.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Watchmaker
Breitling USA
Wilton , Connecticut
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Assembled intricate watch components using precision tools and techniques.
- Conducted regular maintenance and repairs on luxury timepieces.
- Inspected watches for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
- Provided expert advice on watch care to clients and staff.
- Trained junior watchmakers on best practices and technical skills.
- Updated inventory records for all watchmaking supplies and tools.
- Tested newly repaired timepieces for accuracy and functionality.
- Calibrated chronographs and stopwatches to ensure accurate operation.
- Adjusted timing rates to meet manufacturer's specifications.
Senior Watchmaker
Breitling UK
Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Assembled intricate watch components with precision and care.
- Calibrated timepieces to ensure accurate functionality and performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance on luxury watches to uphold quality standards.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in watches using specialized tools and techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance repair processes and workflows.
- Educated customers on proper watch care and maintenance practices.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to support safety standards.
- Performed oiling and cleaning of watch components with appropriate lubricants.
- Calibrated chronographs and stopwatches to ensure accurate operation.
Watchmaker
MTS Watch Repairs
Melbourne, Australia
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Executed complete services on automatic movements and chronographs for brands including TAG HEUER, RADO, LONGINES, OMEGA, NOMOS, HERMES, BULGARI, RAYMOND WEIL, BALL WATCHES, IWC, JAEGER LeCOULTRE, CARTIER, BELL & ROSS, FREDERIQUE CONSTANT, CHOPARD, ORIS, ETERNA, GUCCI, PIAGET, TISSOT, CITIZEN, CASIO, SEIKO
- Performed diagnostics, quotations, case and bracelet repairs, polishing and restoration services.
- Performed minar repairs including battery replacements, watch resistance testing, quartz servicing and movement exchanges.
- Performed minor repairs including battery replacements, watch resistance testing, quartz servicing and movement exchanges.
- Provided high quality customer service.
Senior Watch Technician
Wallace Bishops
Brisbane, Australia
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices in watch repair techniques, fostering skill development and operational efficiency.
- Performed case and bracelet repairs and polishing including restoration services.
- Conducted restoration services on antique pocket watches
- Conducted thorough diagnostics to identify issues and generated accurate repair quotations.
- Performed diagnostics and quotations.
- Executed quality control testing, managed data entry, and coordinated spare parts ordering to ensure timely watch servicing.
- Maintained precision tools and equipment for watch servicing.
- Collaborated with sales team to provide technical insights on watch features.
- Conducted quality control testing, data entry and spare parts ordering.
Watchmaker
AVSTEV GROUP
Sydney, Australia
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Delivered exceptional customer service by actively addressing client needs and concerns.
- Conducted quartz servicing and movement exchanges.
- Conducted routine maintenance on watches to ensure longevity and accuracy.
- Executed case repairs, polishing, and water resistance testing to restore watch functionality and aesthetics.
- Provided diagnostic and quotation service for time pieces using specialized test equipment.
- Conducted quality control testing, managed data entry, and coordinated spare parts ordering to maintain operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and workflows.
- Conducted complete services on mechanical/automatic movements including calendar complication and chronographs used within Raymond Weil, ETA 2671, 2824-2, 2836-2, 2892A2, 2896, 7750, 7753, 7754, SELITA SW200-1, SW240-1, SW300, SW400, SW500, DUBIOS DEPRAZ 2000 series (Raymond Weil 7200), Ball Official Standard, ETA 2824-2, 2836-2, 2895, 2896, 7750, SELITA SW200-1, SW240-2, Movement exchanges on In House calibres
Watchmaker (Level 3 with In House Specialized training)
Breitling USA
Wilton, USA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Advised sales and management teams with expert insights, enhancing decision-making through clear communication.
- Employed specialized tools and equipment to streamline watch servicing tasks, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
- Adjusted timing rates to meet manufacturer's specifications.
- Calibrated chronographs and stopwatches to ensure accurate operation.
- Assembled watch mechanisms from individual parts based on diagrams.
- Tested newly repaired timepieces for accuracy and functionality.
- Performed complete services to chronometry standard on all complicated automatic and chronograph models within the Breitling range including ETA 2824-2, 2836-2, 2892A2, 2895, 2896, 7750, 7751, 7753, 7754, 7758, 7763, SELLITA SW240-1, DUBIOS DEPRAZ Chronographs 10000, 10001, 10311, 20000, 20001, 20350, 210001, 21420, 14403, 2010, 2026, 2060, 2076, 2306, 2307, 4500, BREITLING IN HOUSE B01, B04 and B05.
Watchmaker (Level 2)
Breitling UK
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair workflows, improving overall efficiency.
- Assembled intricate watch movements using precision tools and techniques.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical and quartz watches with attention to detail.
- Performed routine maintenance on luxury timepieces to ensure optimal performance.
- Executed complete services to chronometry standards for Breitling Level 1 and Level 2 models.
Watch technician (1120 qualified)
Swatch Group Australia
Melbourne, Australia
01.2011 - 01.2013
Apprentice Watchmaker
Brisbane Vintage Watches
Brisbane, Australia
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of vintage and modern watch mechanisms and preservation techniques.
- Collaborated with senior watchmakers to refine repair techniques and enhance customer service.
- Cleaned and restored watches to preserve their vintage quality and functionality.
- Delivered customer service, diagnostics, and quotations, facilitating informed decision-making for clients.
- Performed case and bracelet repairs, polishing/refinishing.
- Conducted water resistance testing.
- Performed quality control testing and data entry.
- Performed complete services on quartz and automatic/mechanical movements on a wide range of Swiss brands.
- Quartz calibres include: ETA - 901.001, 902.002 -956.112, 956.032, 956.412, -955.412, 955.422 -F03, F05, F06, -251.474, 251.274. Automatic calibres include: ETA -2671, 2824-2, 2836-2, 2834-2, -2892A2, 2895-2, 2896, -7750, 7753, 7754
Assembler/ Apprentice Watchmaker
ROLMA Industries
Brisbane, Australia
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Assembled components to specifications using hand and power tools, ensuring precision and quality.
- Conducted watch case and bracelet assembly.
- Executed watch case and bracelet assembly, contributing to overall product functionality and aesthetics.
- Performed ultrasonic cleaning of watch case and bracelets.
- Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
- Performed ultrasonic cleaning of watch cases and bracelets, enhancing product longevity and customer satisfaction.
- Performed workshop maintenance and final quality control on Adina watches.
Senior Watchmaker
Breitling UK
High Brooms, Kent
Education
Successfully underwent Cartier Technical Training to gain practical skill in case and bracelet refinishing with the use of the crevoisier polishing machine. LEVEL 2 Cartier Technician
Hong Kong Institute of Swiss Watchmaking
HONG KONG 01.2019 - 01.2019
Successfully underwent WOSTEP Chronometry Course to gain practical skills and knowledge in regards to precision timing and to understand its intricacies
Wostep Neuchatel
SWITZERLANDSuccessfully underwent Breitling Level 3 training, Including Dubois Depraz 2000 series module chronographs in addition to Breitling In House training on calibres
Breitling USA
WILTON, CONNETICUT, USASuccessfully underwent Breitling Level 1 & 2 training Including Dubois Depraz 10000 and 20000 series module chronographs
Breitling UK
ROYAL TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT, UNITED KINGDOMSuccessfully underwent the Omega 1120 exam and Omega 2500 co-axial training
Swatch Group Australia
MELBOURNE, VIC, AUSTRALIACertificate III in Mechanical Engineering/Watchmakers apprenticeship -
Southbank Institute of Technology
BRISBANE, QLD, AUSTRALIAGold/silversmithing, Jewellery construction, Gem setting, Patination and Finishes, Jewellery Design, Artistic and Technical drawing, Lost wax casting, Tool construction
The Goldsmiths School
BRISBANE, QLD, AUSTRALIA 01.2003 - 01.2004
Diploma of graphic Design & Business -
Martin College
BRISBANE, QLD, AUSTRALIA 01.2000 - 12.2000
Senior Certificate -
Gympie State High School
GYMPIE, QLD, AUSTRALIA 01.1995 - 12.1999
Skills
- Mechanical Watch repair
- Watch movement calibration
- Quartz watch repairs
- Mechanical assembly
- Precision assembly
- Polishing and watch restoration
- Diagnostic services
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/02/82
Personal Qualities
Date of Birth: 05/02/82
Timeline
Senior Watchmaker
Breitling USA
01.2024 - 08.2024
Senior Watchmaker
Breitling UK
10.2021 - 01.2024
Watchmaker
MTS Watch Repairs
01.2020 - 05.2021
Successfully underwent Cartier Technical Training to gain practical skill in case and bracelet refinishing with the use of the crevoisier polishing machine. LEVEL 2 Cartier Technician
Hong Kong Institute of Swiss Watchmaking
01.2019 - 01.2019
Senior Watch Technician
Wallace Bishops
09.2017 - 12.2019
Watchmaker
AVSTEV GROUP
01.2016 - 07.2017
Watchmaker (Level 3 with In House Specialized training)
Breitling USA
01.2014 - 01.2016
Watchmaker (Level 2)
Breitling UK
01.2013 - 01.2014
Watch technician (1120 qualified)
Swatch Group Australia
01.2011 - 01.2013
Apprentice Watchmaker
Brisbane Vintage Watches
01.2009 - 01.2011
Assembler/ Apprentice Watchmaker
ROLMA Industries
01.2007 - 01.2009
Gold/silversmithing, Jewellery construction, Gem setting, Patination and Finishes, Jewellery Design, Artistic and Technical drawing, Lost wax casting, Tool construction
The Goldsmiths School
01.2003 - 01.2004
Diploma of graphic Design & Business -
Martin College
01.2000 - 12.2000
Senior Certificate -
Gympie State High School
01.1995 - 12.1999
Senior Watchmaker
Breitling UK
Successfully underwent WOSTEP Chronometry Course to gain practical skills and knowledge in regards to precision timing and to understand its intricacies
Wostep Neuchatel
Successfully underwent Breitling Level 3 training, Including Dubois Depraz 2000 series module chronographs in addition to Breitling In House training on calibres
Breitling USA
Successfully underwent Breitling Level 1 & 2 training Including Dubois Depraz 10000 and 20000 series module chronographs
Breitling UK
Successfully underwent the Omega 1120 exam and Omega 2500 co-axial training
Swatch Group Australia
Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering/Watchmakers apprenticeship -
Southbank Institute of Technology