Experienced Goldsmith (Mounter / Jobber)

Benchpeg Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Jewellery Ltd in Southend-on-Sea, Essex seeks an experienced Goldsmith/Mounter/Jobber to join a busy manufacturing team. The role covers assembly, mounting, finishing and bespoke jewellery production for clients across the UK.

The candidate will have at least 5 years of hands-on experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently to production deadlines while maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of practical experience as a goldsmith or in a similar mounting role.
• Confident mounting, assembling and finishing of fine jewellery.
• Strong experience in jewellery repairs and general jobbing work.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, solder and finish jewellery mounts to a high standard.
• Prepare mounts for stone setting and polishing.
• Carry out jewellery repairs, alterations and general jobbing work.

Skills

Goldsmith experience

Mounting & finishing

Jewellery repairs

Attention to detail

Job description

Experienced Goldsmith (Mounter / Jobber)

Vulcan Jewellery Ltd

Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Experience: Minimum 5 years

Vulcan Jewellery is looking for an experienced and skilled Goldsmith / Mounter / Jobber to join our growing manufacturing team.

We are a busy jewellery manufacturing company specialising in bespoke fine jewellery, supplying jewellers and jewellery brands across the UK.

We're looking for someone who takes genuine pride in their craftsmanship, works efficiently and consistently produces work to a high standard.

The Role

Your primary responsibility will be the assembly, mounting and finishing of bespoke jewellery, ensuring every piece meets Vulcan's quality standards before progressing through production.

• Assembling, soldering and finishing jewellery mounts to a high standard.
• Preparing mounts for stone setting and polishing.
• Carrying out a variety of jewellery repairs, alterations and general jobbing work.
• Ring sizing, re-shanking, claws, soldering and other workshop repairs.
• Working confidently with silver, gold and platinum.
• Maintaining excellent attention to detail whilst working efficiently to production deadlines.
• Working closely with other members of the workshop to ensure a smooth and efficient production process.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years' practical experience as a working goldsmith, mounter or jobber.
• Confident in mounting, assembling and finishing fine jewellery.
• Strong experience in jewellery repairs and general jobbing work.
• Ability to produce consistently high-quality work within commercially reasonable timeframes.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Reliable, organised and capable of managing your own workload.
• A genuine team player who communicates well, supports colleagues and contributes positively to the workshop.

Teamwork is particularly important to us. We're looking for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, is willing to help colleagues when needed and takes shared responsibility for maintaining the quality and efficiency of our workshop.

Location & Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must currently reside in the UK and have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Ideally based locally to Southend-on-Sea, Essex, or within a reasonable commuting distance.
• This is a full-time, workshop-based position. Remote working is not available.
• We are not looking for freelancers or outworkers. Applications or enquiries offering outwork services will not be considered or responded to.

What We Offer

• A full-time, permanent position.
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience and ability.
• A busy and varied workload covering bespoke fine jewellery and repairs.
• A professional, well-equipped workshop.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Long-term opportunities within a growing jewellery manufacturing business.

Interested?

If you're an experienced goldsmith who takes pride in producing excellent work, works efficiently and enjoys being part of a hardworking, collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

Vulcan is a leading UK jewellery manufacturer trusted by independent jewellers, retailers, and workshops for high quality bespoke jewellery production. We specialise in precision-led, design-conscious jewellery manufacturing tailored to your brand.

Trusted members of the National Association of Jewellers, Vulcan combines traditional British craftsmanship with modern technology to deliver consistent, scalable results without ever compromising on quality.

www.vulcanjewellery.com