Supporting the work of the Jeweller since 2006
Jeweller / Goldsmith
Jeweller / Goldsmith
David Mellor Family Jewellers
Eastleigh, Hampshire (Swan Centre)
About Us
David Mellor Family Jewellers is an independent, family-run business established in Hampshire in 1976. Now led by second-generation Mellors, we have grown from market trading to multiple successful stores across the region.
In 2022, our Eastleigh store relocated and expanded within the Swan Centre, bringing our Jewellery Repair & Manufacturing Workshop to a larger space. This has allowed us to grow our skilled team of Goldsmiths to meet increasing demand.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Jeweller/Goldsmith to join our busy workshop. You will work to a high standard across all aspects of jewellery repair and manufacture, supporting the wider team and meeting strict deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
1. Carry out all types of jewellery repairs, including chain repairs, ring sizing, retipping and vintage restorations
2. Remodel customer jewellery into new designs
3. Clean, assemble and polish castings to a very high standard
4. Rhodium plating
5. Confident use of a laser welder
6. Provide technical advice on repairs and manufacture to colleagues
7. Manage workload efficiently and meet deadlines
8. Maintain a clean, organised workspace and support the workshop team
Requirements
9. Minimum 5 years bench experience
10. Strong repair and restoration skills
11. Excellent polishing and finishing standards
12. Good communication, punctuality and time management
13. Team-focused attitude
Desirable Skills
14. Stone setting
15. CAD experience
Reporting to
Workshop Manager
Job Type
Full-time, 5 days per week, incl one in four Saturdays
Salary
Competitive, dependent on experience