Garment Technician

Full time fixed term contract for 5 months
- Work with an experienced production team for an Australian retailer
- Based in the Retail Support Centre in St Kilda

**GET TO KNOW US**

**Curate your career in fashion retail.**

Blue Illusion is a French inspired brand dedicated to the modern woman's pursuit of curated personal style. Founded by Donna & Danny Guest 20 years ago in Melbourne, Victoria, their dream was to create a boutique that celebrated the spirit of women, their passion for life and generosity of heart. Today, we have boutiques in Australia & New Zealand and an online business.

**RETAIL SUPPORT CENTRE**

The Retail Support Centre is based in St Kilda, with access to public transport and a short walk away from Acland Street. Blue Illusions company culture is focused on community and relationships; nurturing employees to grow and develop within the business. The office atmosphere is relaxed with visibility into all departments and projects. RSC employees are encouraged to collaborate and celebrate each other’s achievements.

**KNOW THE ROLE**

A day in the life of a garment technician with Blue Illusion could be anything from managing fitting sessions with the design team, providing fit comments for the suppliers, and providing graded specifications for final production.

**_The role will be on a full time basis for 5 months._**
- 7-10 years’ experience in clothing as a garment technologist or pattern maker.
- Grading specifications for final production and maintained fit standards across a wide range of sizing.
- High competency of Microsoft outlook, word and excel.
- Sound knowledge of Lectra Computer Patternmaking System.
- Sound knowledge of grading.
- Experience in rectifying pattern problems regarding revised samples.
- Solve technical queries regarding production methods.
- Allocation experience for care and fibre labels for all styles. This includes analysing mill recommendation and fabric test results.

**Blue Illusion mission statement**:
At Blue Illusion we create a
- _trés chic lifestyle_ that celebrates the spirit of our customer, their passion for life and generosity of heart. Our French inspired style embraces the
- _joie de vivre _of the everyday, making every experience unique and unforgettable. The three Core Pillars of Blue Illusion Fashion, Lifestyle and Community guide our purpose**Testimonial From Our Team**
- "This is my fourth year working in the Retail Support Centre and I have really enjoyed working with this team. There is a strong family culture in the team, and it is a place where female leadership is highly valued and supported. Donna Guest, the company owner, Creative Director and CEO, is a visionary woman who is not only business savvy, but also has a passion for giving back and supporting the community. There is always something new happening in Blue Illusion and I am grateful to be a part of this creative and ever-evolving company”_