About our workwear company, we are seeking a technically skilled and detail-oriented Textile Technologist to support the development and performance of raw materials used in the manufacture of uniforms for our clients.
Job Description:
This role plays a key part in ensuring fabrics and trims meet quality, environmental, and compliance standards, with a focus on material performance, sustainability, and supplier collaboration. You will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to assist in testing, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Main Responsibilities:
* Assist in the research, development, and lifecycle tracking of fabrics and proprietary trims.
* Maintain the fabric/materials library, including test data and compliance documentation.
* Support quality and environmental checks to ensure raw materials meet required standards.
* Contribute to material sourcing activities aimed at improving efficiency and reducing duplication.
* Assist with lab testing and performance analysis of fabric developments.
* Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to support product compliance with relevant standards.
* Provide input into cost-effective development outcomes and help track costing data.
* Support ethical sourcing and sustainability efforts across fabric and trim suppliers.
* Build positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and supply partners.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, and delivery.
Requirements:
We are looking for a technical expert in textile development with a strong commercial mindset who thrives in complex environments where quality, sustainability, and innovation intersect.
* You'll have a degree or certificate in Textile Design, Development, Manufacturing, or a related field.
* You should have minimum 2–3 years' experience in textile or raw materials development, ideally with exposure to quality and compliance processes.
* You will be familiar with fabric testing methods, performance standards, and global sourcing practices.
* Familiarity with ISO **** or EIA:632 standards is desirable but not essential.
Personal Attributes:
We value candidates with the following qualities:
* Strong problem-solving and technical analysis skills.
* Excellent relationship management and stakeholder engagement.
* Organised, collaborative, and outcomes-focused.
* Self-driven with high accountability and initiative.