Pearl Technician

Position: Pearl Technician

Vacancies: 2

About Us:
Queens Jewellery, a prestigious family-owned business located in Auckland, New Zealand, is seeking talented individuals to join our team as Pearl Technicians. With over 35 years of experience, we are recognized as New Zealands largest professional retailer of real pearl and opal jewellery. Our dedication to excellence has earned us a loyal customer base of over 300,000 individuals spanning Australasia, the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

**Job Description**:
As a Pearl Technician at Queens Jewellery, you will play a crucial role in our meticulous design and crafting process. Your responsibilities will include:

- Examining designs and specifications for jewellery and precious metal objects.
- Shaping moulded metal by cutting, filing, beating, turning, and bending, using specialized hand and power tools.
- Assembling articles by soldering, screwing, riveting, and otherwise joining.
- Securing precious stones in retaining prongs and ridges, and smoothing and checking final settings.
- Engraving designs on ring settings, brooches, bracelets, and other articles.
- Repairing jewellery by soldering, replacing, and rebuilding worn and broken parts.
- Appraising the quality and value of jewellery.
- Cutting and dividing stones to approximate final shape, using precision hand and power tools and jigs.
- Securing stones and shapes, cutting angles, smoothing, and polishing.
- Finishing articles using files, emery paper, and buffing machines.
- Restyling old jewellery.
- Pearl grading, drilling, and stringing.

**Requirements**:
Experience in jewellery manufacturing and repair, specifically with pearls and opals, would be an advantage but not essential.
Proficiency in shaping moulded metal using hand and power tools.
Knowledge of stone setting techniques and stone cutting.
Ability to assess the quality and value of jewellery.
Strong attention to detail and precision in craftsmanship.
Familiarity with engraving techniques.
Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
Working Hours:
This position offers a minimum of 30 hours per week, with open availability required. Our operation hours are 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM, seven days a week.

**Benefits**:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Opportunity to work in a renowned family-owned business.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Access to high-quality materials and tools.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about pearls and have the skills required to excel in this position, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining Queens Jewellery.