• Hybrid and flexible working, health & wellbeing programs
• Collaborative culture with a genuine commitment to sustainability
• Permanent role with learn and grow opportunities 

Assistant Garment Technician | Fixed Term Contract | Pyrmont

Bras N Things are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated Assistant Garment Fit Technician to join our team based in Pyrmont. This is an exciting opportunity that is perfect for someone ready to join an iconic Aussie brand, working across a number of categories!

What we are looking for:

This exciting role would be ideal for a passionate Fit Technician who is eager to be part of a leading, global lingerie brand that is continuing to expand.

The main responsibility of this role is to assist with the fitting and assessment of all products coming into the business to ensure consistency of fit for the customer and reducing risk of faulties.

In this role you will be:

• Accountable for the fitting of all samples and providing comments to suppliers in an agreed timeframe that is in line with the critical path.
• Accountable for the product quality of a garment, working with the Buyer on agreed raw materials.
• Work with Senior Quality Assurance Co-Ordinator on testing requirements as required.
• Provide all comments relating to fit, construction, and quality of each garment ensuring the garment is fit for purpose and consistent with standard blocks.
• Responsible for organising wear tests where required to ensure the durability and fit of each garment.
• Work closely with the Buyer to ensure garment is fit for purpose whilst keeping design integrity.

Collaboration is key in this role - you are a good listener and communicator. You are flexible, open to change and able to juggle between at least two seasons at any one time. Effective time management is a must.

In addition, you must have the following:

• At least 2 years industry experience in outerwear, swimwear, or lingerie
• Strong written and verbal skills in order to clearly communicate fit comments to International suppliers
• Strong excel and word skills
• Demonstrable initiative and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, ever changing environment

What can we offer you?

• Work for an amazing brand that is an Aussie household name … work with inspiring cross-functional teams and stakeholders … join a business with an unrivalled culture … what's not in it for you?!
• Genuine commitment to global sustainability https://hbisustains.com/
• Huge staff discounts across all the amazing brands in the Hanes portfolio … we're talking huge savings on Bonds, Champion, Sheridan, Bras N Things, Berlei, Jockey – and more!
• Sample sales and extended family and friends' discounts
• Wellness Programs – regular free skin checks, flu shots, remedial massages, Employee Assistance Program, fresh fruit delivered on-site  
• Access to awesome perks, including corporate discounts, novated car leasing, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave Program
• Monthly business updates from our CEO and Senior Leadership Team, with regular presentations from our community partners
• “Summer Fun” – take advantage of a half-day leave every fortnight, in addition to your leave allowance, during the summer months and make the most of the sun!
• Company-wide “Golden Yarn” Reward & Recognition Program
• COVID safe, flexible and relaxed office environment with sit-stand desks and a strictly casual dress-code!
• “Lunch & Learn” sessions, with topics including financial management and health & wellness
• Established and committed LEAN organization offering on-going training to all employees

A BIT ABOUT US..

Hanes Brands Australasia is home to some of Australia's most iconic brands, and we are proud to be part the US powerhouse Hanes Brands Inc, one of the world's largest manufacturer and marketer of basic apparel brands.

We have 18 brands in our portfolio, including Bonds, Champion, Berlei, Jockey, Sheridan and Bras N Things, and a number of offices across Australia and New Zealand. Our Head Office is in Kew, Melbourne; we have multiple sites in Sydney, offices in Auckland and factories in China. We're a household name delivering beautiful comfy products that Aussies just love. And with six hugely successful e-commerce sites, an extensive and rapidly growing store network, amazing and well-established wholesale partnerships and a growing international presence, the future is looking bright!

CULTIVATING A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

Here at Hanes Brands Australasia, we are focused on cultivating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive and vibrant. In fact, we know our both workplace culture and business are only strengthened by our differences. We encourage our employees to bring their true selves to work and support them to reach their full potential both personally and professionally. Therefore, we warmly welcome people of all genders, races, ages and abilities or any other backgrounds or differences to apply to work with us.

 #LI-PRIORITY