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Major Group

Craft and Related Trades Workers

Sub-Major Group

Handicraft and Printing Workers

Minor Group

731

Handicraft Workers

Unit Group

7313

Jewellery and Precious Metal Workers

Minor Unit Group

MASCO Code

7313-01

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Jeweller

TVET

TVET scope is based on recognized occupational standards, with emphasis on practical components, psychomotor skills and exposure to training in the industry

Jeweller designs, creates, repairs, and sells jewellery and other decorative items made from precious metals, gemstones, and similar materials. They craft both functional and ornamental pieces, restore and alter existing items, set stones, engrave designs, and ensure the quality and finish of their work. This occupation encompasses specialists such as goldsmiths, silversmiths, pewtersmiths, and jewellery repairers, who work with a range of metals and techniques to produce, appraise, and maintain high-quality items.

Tasks

Design and sketch jewellery using handcrafting techniques and Computer-Aided Design (CAD).

Cast, mold, assemble, and work metals such as gold, silver, pewter, and other alloys.

Cut, polish, and set gemstones in jewellery articles.

Repair, restore, resize, or remodel jewellery and precious metalware.

Engrave, finish, and polish jewellery and metal items.

Source, appraise, and evaluate materials for jewellery.

Maintain, clean, and prepare tools and equipment.

Consult and collaborate with clients on custom designs.

Inspect and assess jewellery for quality and necessary repairs.