Company Description Vandenberg's Jewellers is recognized as one of Edmonton’s finest jewellery retailers, specializing in the custom design and crafting of high-quality pieces. The studio focuses on creating unique, personalized jewellery that reflects each client’s vision and style. With an emphasis on craftsmanship and detail, Vandenberg’s produces fine jewellery intended to become cherished heirlooms. Team members work in a professional, creative environment where traditional techniques meet modern design.
Role Description This Goldsmith position is a full-time, on-site role based at Vandenberg’s Jewellers in Edmonton, AB. In this position, the goldsmith will fabricate and assemble fine jewellery pieces using precious metals and gemstones, following custom designs and specifications. The role involves collaborating with designers and sales team members to ensure the finished jewellery meets design intent and quality standards, and maintaining a tidy, safe, and well-organized bench and workshop area. The goldsmith will also inspect completed pieces for structural integrity, polish and clean items, and contribute to continuous improvement of our fabrication processes.
Qualifications
- Strong bench jewellery skills, including metal fabrication, soldering, filing, and finishing of gold and other precious metals.
- Experience with stone setting techniques (e.g., prong, bezel, channel) and secure handling of gemstones.
- Proficiency in jewellery repair and modification, including resizing, re-tipping, and restoration of heirloom pieces is an asset.
- Ability to interpret design drawings, technical sketches, and client specifications accurately.
- High attention to detail, craftsmanship, and quality control in all stages of fabrication.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with designers, sales consultants, and other team members is
important
- Relevant training or certification in goldsmithing, jewellery arts, or a related trade; apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience is preferred.
- Ability to work on-site full time in Edmonton, AB, and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.