FURA GEMS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD, T/as AUSTRALIAN SAPPHIRE JOINT VENTURE is seeking an experienced Product Grader to join our gemstone grading team in Emerald, Queensland. The role is responsible for inspecting, sorting, grading and classifying rough sapphires according to company quality standards and auction requirements. 

To apply, please submit your resume and covering letter demonstrating your relevant grading experience.

Benefits

• Full-time permanent position.
• Competitive salary package.
• Regional Queensland employment opportunity.
• Supportive and safety-focused work environment.
• Opportunity to work with one of the world's leading coloured gemstone companies.

Task & responsibilities

• Study gemstone specifications, grading criteria and quality standards.
• Examine rough sapphires for quality characteristics, defects, inclusions, fractures and treatment suitability.
• Sort and classify gemstones according to size, colour, clarity and commercial grading categories.
• Conduct quality inspections and determine conformity with grading standards.
• Designate grading classifications and accurately record assessment outcomes.
• Collect, label and prepare gemstone samples for inspection and analysis.
• Maintain grading records, inventory data and quality assurance documentation.
• Assist with stock reconciliation, traceability and auction preparation processes.
• Report grading outcomes and quality findings to management.
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with company procedures.

Qualification & experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in gemstone grading, gemstone sorting, quality control or a similar grading environment.
• Relevant educational qualifications will be considered an advantage
• Demonstrated knowledge of grading gemstones based on colour, clarity, inclusions and size characteristics.
• Ability to identify defects, quality variations and treatment potential of gemstone material.
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a quality-controlled production environment.
• Basic documentation skills.