Jeweller

Apprenticeship

What Jewellers do

• Design and make jewellery and three-dimensional objects
• Prepare detailed drawings and specifications for the construction process
• Shape and assemble materials by cutting, filing, hammering, turning, spinning, bending, casting, folding, linking, soldering, screwing and riveting components
• Use specialised hand and power tools eg in securing gemstones in settings
• Preparation of finished surfaces by using files, emery paper, buffing machines or other appropriate tools and equipment
• Engrave designs on ring settings, brooches, bracelets and other articles
• Repair and / or remodel jewellery
• Wholesale and retail selling of jewellery

Your chances of success will be better if you have...

• Creative and artistic abilities
• Excellent vision and hand-eye coordination
• Attention to detail
• Patience and enjoy working with your hands
• School Certificate

The Future

• Employment for a minimum of four years
• Employment areas Include: wholesale manufacturers, retail jewellers, self-employed or supply work to galleries on commission.

Specialisation

• Enamelling
• Engraving
• Anodising
• Casting
• For more options see www.myfuture.edu.au

Who to Contact for more information and advice?

Jeweller – Apprenticeships