NOC 62202: Jewellers, jewellery and watch repairers and related occupations
Jewellers and workers in related occupations fabricate, assemble, repair and appraise fine jewellery. Watch repairers and related workers repair, clean, adjust and fabricate parts for clocks and watches. They are employed by jewellery, clock and watch manufacturers and retail stores, by jewellery and watch repair shops or they may be self-employed.
Official Main Duties for NOC 62202
Select the duties you perform in your actual job. Under IRCC guidelines, you must perform at least 60% of these duties for a successful work permit or PR reference letter.
Your employer reference letter must confirm you performed the main actions described in the duties above. Avoid copying words directly from the NOC description — officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.
Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 62202
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Jewellers, jewellery and watch repairers and related occupations is categorized under TEER 2. Occupations in this tier typically require completion of a 2- to 3-year post-secondary diploma, apprenticeship training, or specialized technical certifications.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 62202.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $16.09 | $22.45/hr | $35.86 |
| Quebec → | $17.08/hr | $20.77/hr | $36.25/hr |
| Ontario → | $17.6/hr | $22.91/hr | $41/hr |
| Alberta → | $15.66/hr | $22.7/hr | $35.28/hr |
| British Columbia → | $19.08/hr | $24.18/hr | $41.22/hr |
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- Completion of secondary school is usually required.
- Completion of a college or other program, or apprenticeship training in watch or jewellery repair or gemology is usually required.
- Experience as a jewellery, clock or watch assembler may be required.
Official Job Titles for NOC 62202
47 Titles ListedIf your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:
Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:
- Clock and watch assembler (See 94219 Other products assemblers, finishers and inspectors)View NOC 94219→
- Goldsmith AND silversmith (See 53124 Artisans and craftspersons)View NOC 53124→
- Jewellery assembler (See 94219 Other products assemblers, finishers and inspectors)View NOC 94219→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 62202 (Jewellers, jewellery and watch repairers and related occupations)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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