Gemstone Cutters / Facetors

About the role

The State Department for Mining is seeking entry‑level Gemstone Cutters/Facetors to join the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs. The role involves transforming rough gemstones into polished, market‑ready stones while ensuring high quality and precision.

Key responsibilities

• Examine rough gemstones and develop optimal cutting plans.
• Mark, saw, split, and pre‑form gemstones for faceting.
• Cut and facet gemstones to specified angles and proportions.
• Polish gemstones to achieve maximum brilliance and quality.

Required profile

• 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.
• Good hand‑eye coordination, attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Required skills

• Lapidary equipment operation
• Gemstone identification
• Gemstone grading
• Gemstone valuation
• Cutting and faceting techniques
• Polishing methods

What we offer

• Basic salary scale: Ksh 32,410 – Ksh 42,280 per month (CSG 12)
• House allowance: Ksh 3,850 – Ksh 6,750 per month
• Commuter allowance: Ksh 4,000 per month
• Annual leave: 30 working days
• Medical cover as provided by the Government
• Permanent, pensionable contract