Garment Technician

About us

We are a successful Australian owned and family run fashion wholesale and retail business, which supplies more than 500 retailers across Australia and NZ. We have several in-house brands as well as providing a white labelling service.

We provide contemporary, casual, boho, dressy and fast paced outfit solutions for every occasion and we are best recognised for outstanding quality, exceptional customer service and great value across our entire range.

Our Culture

Our group's approach aims to provide a family environment in which we strive to ensure every interaction serves to build a truly personal relationship. We are authentic, go beyond the expected, are passionate about our brand and the customer experience we provide.

We look for passionate and energetic individuals who will be great brand ambassadors for our company and will join us on our journey as we grow and evolve our business to provide a more sustainable, recyclable and organic environmental foot print.

The Role

Based at our Head Office in Fitzroy North, we now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Garment Technician & Quality Assurance to join the team in a full time role.

You will be primarily responsible for the development of garment specifications from sample development to bulk production. You will be focused on achieving on time sign off of all products and be responsible to manage our external suppliers to ensure the expected quality standards are achieved throughout the bulk production process.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

- Interpreting garment designs and developing garment specifications
- Working in conjunction with the Product Development Team to gain an understanding of the product brief for upcoming ranges
- Creation of accurate specifications and input of all relevant garment construction and fit details to Technical packs
- Coordinate fittings as required
- Flag any ongoing issues/concerns with Suppliers, Test Houses or testing Standards to the QA and Technical Manager for discussion/action
- Ongoing management of all items ensuring consistency of fit, colour and fabric across deliveries/seasons as required with transparent reporting to team leaders
- Management of all timelines associated with On Time garment sign off to meet bulk production schedules
- Assist the Product Development team to develop relevant product information on new styles, construction & quality
- Support and provide information on garment fit, construction and fabrics throughout the season to all team members as required
- Communicate quality standards expected to the supply base, ensuring these are clearly understood and maintained
- Seasonally review all performance issues and store feedback across relevant categories, ensuring there are clear actions agreed to improve on any issues

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Relevant tertiary or related qualifications are preferred with a minimum of 5 to 10 years experience in womenswear product areas
- Experience in creating accurate garment specifications and communicating these to off shore suppliers
- Proven track record in garment construction and pattern making within the womenswear field
- Understanding of garment manufacturing process, and problem solving
- Exceptional communication and service skills
- A detailed and focused approach to work
- Strong organisation skills to meet schedules and timeframes
- Willingness to launch and streamline new and existing procedures and systems
- Ability to think laterally on all issues and take a proactive approach to resolve them
- Strong commercial acumen, results driven, self -managed and able to work and achieve results independently
- A positive and proactive ‘can do’ attitude
- Ability to work Monday - Friday, 38 hours per week

We provide:

- A competitive salary package
- Generous product allowance and 50% discount across all of our products
- A Induction and guidance mentorship to ensure you have the best introduction to the business
- The opportunity to build your career with a successful, established and trusted Australian brand
- Fantastic work/life balance
- A friendly, motivating and rewarding team environment.
- A highly supportive management team

Employee testimonials

"Working here for over 15 years and I’m motivated, grateful and challenged daily and I totally feel like we are a family, it’s totally team work and everyone is so approachable and helpful. I’m happy and I look forward to going to work and the learnings and my contributions each day" A.Woo, Vic.

“I consider myself truly privileged to work with a dynamic, fun and motivated team, counting many of my colleagues as close friends. I am thankful for the leadership shown across all areas in the business. Facing uncertainty given recent events, our leaders have been genuine, open and always held their team’s best interests at the forefront. For this I am extremely grateful.” S. Rao, VIC.

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift