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Vincent DERVAN

Musièges

Summary

A highly organized CS and training professional with over 20 years of experience in diverse international CS environments. Possessing a strong work ethic and dedication to assisting others in achieving their goals. Demonstrates an understanding of how quality training contributes to the success of a CS operation in terms of performance and quality. Recognizes the significance of establishing and upholding an environment that fosters respect and value for trainees. Excels as a creative problem solver with well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Coordinator Patek Philippe Institute

Patek Philippe
01.2021 - Current
  • Coordination of apprenticeship program of Patek Philippe Institute
  • Creation of training program content in coordination with International Institutes
  • Establish recruitment criteria and candidate selection
  • Workshop equipment, tools and budget planning
  • Technical training of apprentices
  • School watch project (Design, proto validation, manufacturing cordination)
  • Management of apprentices accommodation, insurance and travel issues
  • Performance reviews of Internship periods in local service centres
  • Post-apprenticeship follow up (performance tracking, corrective measures)

CS Technical Trainer

Patek Philippe
10.2018 - 01.2021
  • Develop skills of watchmaking personnel of distributors, retailers, and service centers through theoretical and practical training modules
  • Assurance of acquired skills through testing and regular refresh courses
  • Regular debriefing and feedback sessions
  • Create training reports and spreadsheets to track and protocol training performance
  • Development of training content and adaptation of training methods
  • Commercial training
  • Collaboration with technical support

Watchmaker

Vacheron Constantin
10.2011 - 09.2018
  • Revision and repair of complete range of Grande complication watches. Over 100 % objective targets reached
  • Technical support for commercial trainings.

CS Watchmaker

Richemont
10.2009 - 09.2011
  • Established estimates, quotations and lead times
  • Overhauls of all Lange and Söhne timepieces including case polishing and laser repairs
  • Participation in Lange Academy events (Clients and sales personnel)
  • Repair and service of complication watches for Roger Dubuis (20%)

Complications Watchmaker

Lange Uhren GmbH, A. Lange
01.2005 - 09.2009
  • Assembly of Datograph, Doublesplit, and Tourbograph models, including casing.

Watchmaker /Trainer

Lange Uhren GmbH
07.2001 - 01.2005
  • Repair and overhaul of all Lange and Söhne models
  • 4-month stay in Tokyo (2004): I supported the integration of the Lange & Söhne brand into the Richemont Tokyo platform
  • Within this period, three main objectives were successfully achieved: Train technical staff, provide CS support and assist back office staff, coordinate recuperation of all inventory from WCC Japan (distribution and service partner) and its refurbishment.

Education

Schaublin 70 Lathe -

Wostep
Neuchâtel
02.2021

Train the Trainer -

Wostep
Neuchâtel
09.2019

Certificate in business studies -

Irish Swiss Institute of Horology
Dublin, Ireland
05.2001

Diploma -

Irish Swiss Institute of Horology
05.2001

Skills

  • Multilingual: English, German, French, Gaelic
  • Pedagogy - Andragogy
  • Autonomous and Self-Motivated
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Communication
  • MS office

Timeline

Coordinator Patek Philippe Institute

Patek Philippe
01.2021 - Current

CS Technical Trainer

Patek Philippe
10.2018 - 01.2021

Watchmaker

Vacheron Constantin
10.2011 - 09.2018

CS Watchmaker

Richemont
10.2009 - 09.2011

Complications Watchmaker

Lange Uhren GmbH, A. Lange
01.2005 - 09.2009

Watchmaker /Trainer

Lange Uhren GmbH
07.2001 - 01.2005

Schaublin 70 Lathe -

Wostep

Train the Trainer -

Wostep

Certificate in business studies -

Irish Swiss Institute of Horology

Diploma -

Irish Swiss Institute of Horology
Vincent DERVAN