ance gria Garment Technician

ance gria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ance gria is opening a new studio in Paddington, Sydney, and we’re looking for a hands-on Garment Technician to join our small, close-knit team. We release two main collections a year of around 20 pieces each, plus smaller drops in between.

You’ll work with the Head of Production to make and adjust samples in-house, then turn them into accurate tech packs for manufacturers. This role suits a skilled dressmaker who takes real pride in fit and quality, and who loves both the making and the

Qualifications

• Skilled dressmaker with pride in fit and quality.
• Experience turning samples into technical packs for production.

Responsibilities

• Make samples in-house from first toile to final sample across two main collections and smaller drops each year.
• Run fittings and adjust for fit and construction directly on the garment.
• Create or amend patterns to reflect fit and construction changes.
• Write and update tech packs, specifications and grading from approved samples.
• Collaborate with Head of Production to issue clear amendments to manufacturers.
• Provide fabric consumption and construction details to support costings.
• Check pre-production and bulk samples against approved samples and flag issues.
• Track samples, approvals and deadlines using Google Sheets and Excel to keep schedules.
• Uphold high standard of fit, finish and quality across every style.
• Prepare and alter samples for photoshoots, gifting and events.
• Keep sample room organised, including machines, sample library and fit records.
• Find quick, practical solutions to fit and construction issues.

Job description

ance gria is opening a new studio in Paddington, Sydney, and we’re looking for a hands‑on Garment Technician to join our small, close‑knit team.

We release two main collections a year of around 20 pieces each, plus smaller drops in between. Working alongside our Head of Production, you’ll make and adjust samples in‑house, then turn them into accurate tech packs for our manufacturers.

This role suits a skilled dressmaker who takes real pride in fit and quality, and who loves both the making and the technical side of product development. You’ll be fast, flexible and solution‑focused, with a passion for eveningwear and occasion dressing. It’s a chance to help shape a new Sydney production team from the start, in a growing brand with customers across Australia, the US, the UK and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

job title:Garment Technician

location:Paddington

work type:Full‑time

level:Mid‑level

closing:30.11.2026

Role Description

ance gria is opening a new studio in Paddington, Sydney, and we’re looking for a hands‑on Garment Technician to join our small, close‑knit team.

We release two main collections a year of around 20 pieces each, plus smaller drops in between. Working alongside our Head of Production, you’ll make and adjust samples in‑house, then turn them into accurate tech packs for our manufacturers.

This role suits a skilled dressmaker who takes real pride in fit and quality, and who loves both the making and the technical side of product development. You’ll be fast, flexible and solution‑focused, with a passion for eveningwear and occasion dressing. It’s a chance to help shape a new Sydney production team from the start, in a growing brand with customers across Australia, the US, the UK and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Make samples in‑house, from first toile through to final sample, across two main collections and smaller drops each year.
• Run fittings and make fit and construction adjustments directly on the garment.
• Make or amend patterns to reflect fit and construction changes.
• Write and update tech packs, specifications and grading from approved samples.
• Work with the Head of Production to send clear amendments to manufacturers.
• Provide fabric consumption and construction details to support costings.
• Check pre‑production and bulk samples against approved samples and flag any issues.
• Track samples, approvals and deadlines using Google Sheets and Excel, keeping each collection and drop on schedule.
• Uphold a high standard of fit, finish and quality across every style.
• Prepare, repair and alter samples for photoshoots, PR gifting and events.
• Keep the sample room organised, including machines, the sample library and fit records.
• Find quick, practical solutions to fit and construction issues.