Pattern Maker

TSHR; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TSHR on the Gold Coast is seeking a Senior Pattern Maker & Technician to lead pattern development from concept through production for luxury garments. You will translate design ideas into production-ready patterns, manage toiles, fittings and documentation, and supervise junior team members.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in pattern making and garment construction, with experience in luxury fashion, couture, or premium design, advanced manual pattern techniques, and a keen eye for fit and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of pattern making and garment construction experience.
• Luxury fashion, couture, eveningwear, or premium design experience preferred.
• Advanced manual pattern-making skills.
• Strong knowledge of structured garment construction, grading, fit and size consistency.

Responsibilities

• Develop first patterns, toiles and production patterns from sketches and briefs.
• Translate concepts into technically accurate, commercially viable garments.
• Construct high-quality prototypes and samples.
• Lead fittings, identify and resolve technical fit issues.
• Develop and refine complex garment structures and construction methods.
• Work with luxury fabrics and intricate garment details.
• Manage pattern amendments, grading across sizes and documentation.

Skills

Pattern making

Garment construction

Fittings

Technical patterning

Attention to detail

Team mentoring

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Pattern Maker & Technician to join a growing luxury design business based on the Gold Coast.

This is a senior, hands‑on position within the Design & Product Development team, responsible for bringing creative concepts through to beautifully executed, production‑ready garments.

Working closely with the Lead Designer, you’ll provide technical expertise across pattern development, garment construction, fittings and product development, while helping to uphold exceptional standards of quality, fit and craftsmanship.

About the Role

As the Senior Pattern Maker & Technician, you will:

• Develop first patterns, toiles and production patterns from sketches, imagery and design briefs


• Translate creative concepts into technically accurate and commercially viable garments


• Construct high-quality prototypes and samples


• Lead and participate in fittings, identifying and resolving technical fit issues


• Develop and refine complex garment structures and construction methods


• Work with luxury and specialty fabrics and intricate garment details


• Manage pattern amendments, fit corrections and grading across size ranges


• Provide technical recommendations around construction, fabric suitability and production feasibility


• Collaborate closely with Design, Production and Quality teams


• Troubleshoot technical challenges and identify opportunities to improve development processes


• Maintain accurate technical documentation, pattern archives and construction records


• Support and mentor junior team members where required

About You

We’re looking for an accomplished Pattern Maker / Garment Technician with a strong technical foundation and a genuine passion for high-quality garment construction.

You will ideally bring:

• 8+ years' experience in pattern making and garment construction


• Experience within luxury fashion, couture, eveningwear or premium design


• Advanced manual pattern-making skills


• Strong knowledge of structured garment construction, internal support systems and complex techniques


• Excellent understanding of fit, balance, proportion, grading and size consistency


• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship


• The ability to interpret a creative vision and translate it into a technically considered garment


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills


• The ability to manage multiple priorities and critical development deadlines


• Excellent communication and collaborative skills

Digital pattern-making experience, technical pack knowledge and experience mentoring junior team members will be highly regarded.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a design-led, luxury fashion business where technical expertise and craftsmanship are genuinely valued.

You’ll work closely with a creative team and have the opportunity to influence garment construction, fit and product development from concept through to final production.

Location: Gold Coast, QLD

Employment: Full-time, Would be good for someone who is looking to relocate.

Industry: Luxury Design / Fashion / Product Development

If you’re an experienced Pattern Maker or Technician looking for your next senior opportunity within the luxury fashion space, we’d love to hear from you.