Gemstone Cutter/facetor - 2 Posts At Public Service Commission Kenya (psck)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• a Diploma in Gemstone Cutting, Lapidary, Gemology, Mineral Processing or Jewellery Technology from a recognized institution;
• knowledge of gemstone identification, grading, and valuation techniques;
• ability to operate and maintain lapidary equipment; and
• Good hand - eye coordination, attention to detail, and manual dexterity.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will include: -

• examining rough gemstones and determine the best cutting plan;
• marking, sawing, splitting, and pre-forming gemstones for faceting;
• cutting and facet gemstones to specified angles and proportions;
• polishing gemstones to achieve maximum brilliance and quality;