Overview
Imagine working every day to transform dream gowns into reality. At Grace Loves Lace, we're offering an exciting opportunity for a talented Garment Technician to join our Global HQ team in Burleigh Heads. This is a Full Time in-house 12-month maximum term contract opportunity.
In this role you'll transform designer vision into reality; crafting patterns, refining fits, and ensuring every gown meets the exceptional quality and design standards our brides around the world adore.
What you'll do
Translating design visions into flawless patterns and technical packs
Create accurate patterns, graded specs, and POMs for production
Develop bespoke patterns and Made-to-Order variations
Update existing patterns and specifications to improve accuracy and efficiency
Utilise Style CAD software for pattern creation, grading, and motif/lace placement
Finessing fits and finishes so each gown feels as valuable as it looks
Driving innovation in quality, sustainability, and process improvement
Manage fit sessions and recommend amendments for quality, fit, and efficiency
Partner with our in-house design team, cutting, sewing, and wider production teams to ensure flawless construction
Provide technical documentation and clear communication to offsite suppliers & in-house teams
Drive continuous improvement in quality, sustainability, and production processes
What you'll bring
5+ years' experience in garment construction (experience in bridal or eveningwear is advantageous)
Technical expertise in pattern making, grading, and fit
Strong proficiency with Style CAD, Adobe Illustrator, and garment tech processes (creating tech packs)
Deep knowledge of lace, silk, crepe, satin, and stretch fabrics
A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset and exceptional attention to detail
Knowledge of lace, crepe, satin, silk and stretch fabrics
Understanding of global quality standards and legal labelling requirements
Excellent draping, fitting, and problem-solving skills
Strong time management and process adherence
Collaborative team player with confident decision-making skills
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and NetSuite (or similar)
Qualification in Design or Pattern Making is advantageous
Our Benefits
Enjoy free barista-style coffee onsite to keep you energised, plus a fully stocked snack cupboard and fresh fruit delivered weekly
Get generous product discounts (30–50%) for yourself, family, and friends, plus access to exclusive retailer offers through our Employee Discount Platform
Take advantage of Car Novated Leasing and Salary Packaging options via Flare
Grow with ongoing support, training, and development opportunities
Be part of a rewarding culture with team incentives, monthly recognition, bi-annual celebrations, and more
All candidates must have work rights in Australia and will be required to provide two recent and relevant referees. We thank you in advance for your interest in working with us but only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Grace Loves Lace has always been, and always will be, committed to provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment to our candidates, employees, customers, and suppliers. We are committed to equal opportunity and recruitment decisions are based on merit and business needs. We do not base decisions on any classifications protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable adjustments are available to qualified individuals.
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