Senior Master Craftsman (Filigree, Gem-Setting & Chasing)

JADE J JEWELLERY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

JADE J JEWELLERY PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks an experienced master craftsman to lead the workshop's specialist product line and mentor the local team, blending traditional gold-working skills with modern design.

You will supervise filigree, gem-setting, and chasing, drive quality standards, train apprentices, and advise the design team on technical feasibility for new pieces and prototyping.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years hands-on training in traditional gold-working techniques.
• Proficiency across filigree, gem-setting and chasing.
• Portfolio of completed bespoke works.
• Strong ability to translate design concepts into finished pieces.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the filigree process (wire-drawing, wire-filling and wire-stacking) to produce high-complexity gold components true to design specifications.
• Oversee the full gem-setting workflow, including prong-, bezel- and pavé-setting techniques.
• Execute chasing and repoussé work, including relief and surface engraving.
• Establish and enforce workshop-wide craftsmanship and quality-control standards.
• Mentor and train local apprentices, developing a structured skills-transfer programme.
• Advise the design team on technical feasibility of new product lines and lead prototyping.

Conocimientos

Filigree

Gem-setting

Chasing

Craftsmanship

Mentoring

Technical drawing

Quality control

Educación

Craftsman-level certification

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

We are a Singapore-based jewellery retail and bespoke goldsmithing business specialising in the fusion of traditional gold-working craftsmanship with contemporary design. We are looking for an experienced master craftsman to lead our workshop’s specialist product line and mentor our local team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the filigree process (wire-drawing, wire-filling and wire-stacking) to produce high-complexity gold components true to design specifications
• Oversee the full gem-setting workflow, including prong-, bezel- and pavé-setting techniques
• Execute chasing and repoussé work, including relief and surface engraving
• Establish and enforce workshop-wide craftsmanship and quality-control standards
• Mentor and train local apprentices, developing a structured skills-transfer programme
• Advise the design team on technical feasibility of new product lines and lead prototyping

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on training and practice in traditional gold-working techniques
• Demonstrated proficiency across filigree, gem-setting and chasing, with the ability to independently complete high-complexity bespoke commissions
• Relevant craftsman-level professional certification and a verifiable portfolio of completed works
• Strong technical drawing comprehension and ability to translate design concepts into finished pieces
• Good communication skills, able to guide and train junior apprentices