Goldsmith
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Edinburgh |
| Area | City of Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Sector | Goldsmith |
| Salary | Good salary package |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | asap |
| Job Ref | Gol2134 |
| Job Views | 335 |
- Description
- We have a vacancy for a talented Goldsmith with a luxury jewellery company based in Edinburgh.
We are looking for an individual who can assess, alter, and repair all types of fine jewellery including setting gemstones as required and create bespoke pieces on request. The ideal candidate would use their experience and knowledge to work within their own team but also to liaise with customers on alterations, and creation of new pieces. Would be advantageous to be proficient in claw, rubover, pavé, gypsy and bezel setting.
The Role
· Creation of bespoke pieces (with external design input) from fine materials
· Ensure customer repairs are carried out to the highest quality standards
· Support the production of special commissions for clients
· Displays a positive and clear manner with customers and provides concise advice regarding repairs, alterations, and bespoke pieces
· Manage workload efficiently and effectively to meet agreed timescales
· Quality control work to ensure pieces meet design specifications and internal quality standards
· Work across and support the Workshop Manager, Sales, and Aftersales Team
· Take responsibility for a safe working environment in the workshop ensuring all Health and Safety policies and procedures are adhered to
· Maintain client confidentiality at all times
· Represent the brand image of company ensuring positive impact on all suppliers and customers
The Candidate
· Over 5 years bench experience (essential)
· Strong eye for detail and strives for high standards across all areas of their work
· Able to assess and repair a wide variety of items in gold, silver, and platinum
· Experience in setting diamonds and coloured gemstones into fine pieces (advantageous)
· Experience creating bespoke and in repairing fine pieces, including high value pieces
· Works well within agreed timescales
· Knowledge of fine metals and gemstones in relation to the creation and repair of a variety of pieces
· A flexible and collaborative approach
· Experience with laser welding machinery and micro setting advantageous
· Experience in estimating materials & labour for jobs advantageous.