Supporting the work of the Jeweller since 2006
Experienced Goldsmith
The Role
Experienced Goldsmith
Jeremy France Jewellers
Winchester, Hampshire
About Us
Jeremy France Jewellers has been established in Winchester for over 30 years and is now in the capable hands of the second generation, Harriet and Chris. Chris is our Goldsmith and Workshop Manager and Harriet our Managing Director. We pride ourselves on our quality of service, repairs and manufacturing and many clients visit specifically because of our on-site workshop. Bespoke designs and remodelling clients jewellery is a large part of our business and brings customers from many miles away.
We have an on-site team of 25 with 5 Goldsmiths in a fully equipped workshop with separate polishing room, setting bench and 2 lazers. We have won many awards over the years including Employer of the Year, Service Excellence Award and Fine Jewellery Retailer of the Year.
The Role
Ideally we are looking for someone with at least 3 years goldsmithing experience this is not an apprentice position.
Excellent salary paid for the right applicant.
A typical day would include:
1. Communicating with colleagues about jobs
2. Sizing rings purchased within an hour or two
3. Tightening loose stones
4. Cleaning/polishing rings whilst customers wait
5. Varied repairs including chain repairs, sizing, new shanks, claw work, bezel rebuilds etc
6. Manufacturing new items from new metal and clients gold
7. Assembling and finishing castings
8. Quality checking own work to an exceptional standard
9. Managing own workload to tight deadlines
10. Working with colleagues to maintain workshop standards
Job Type: Part time Goldsmith, 3 days
Salary: Based on experience
Start Date: ASAP
All applications marked for the attention of Nicola Vern, Store Manager by using the application form below. Please enclose a covering letter in addition to your CV.
PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND AN IN-PERSON INTERVIEW AND BENCH TEST DAY.