TRADES/SERVICES

Gem Cutter and Polisher

Cuts, shapes and polishes rough gemstones to produce fashion
or industrial jewels.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate
III or higher qualification.

Tasks Include:

• assesses job requirements and studies rough stones using
  magnifying equipment
• marks out cutting guidelines with ink and stylus
• cuts or divides stones to approximate final shape, using
  precision hand and power tools and jigs
• secures stones and shapes, cuts angles, smooths and polishes
• checks cutting progress and accuracy
• resecures cut stones and applies fine polishing equipment
• may polish stones in tumblers

Specialisations:

Diamond Cutter
Faceter
Lapidary
Opal Polisher