Product Developer/Technical Designer (Womenswear)

RB Sellars; Geelong; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible 4-day work week

Staff discount up to 40%

Job summary

RB Sellars, a proudly Australian-owned Geelong-based brand, invites applications for a Product Developer/Technical Designer (Womenswear). You’ll work with designers, quality and production specialists to ensure exceptional fit, quality and durability for Australian customers.

The role is based at North Geelong Federal Mills Office in a creative space and offers an opportunity to learn from industry professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience in garment technology, technical design, and product development.
• Knowledge of pattern making and apparel quality assurance processes.
• Familiarity with womenswear development and fabrication standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and complete product tech packs and specifications.
• Assess and measure incoming fit and PP supplier samples.
• Lead fit sessions and communicate changes and approvals for samples.

Skills

Garment technology

Technical design

Pattern making

Product development

Apparel quality assurance

Womenswear development

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Product Developer/Technical Designer (Womenswear)

RB Sellarsis proudly Australian-owned Geelong based brand and inspired by our community, the land, and the lifestyle of regional and rural Australia. As the country’s most authentic rural outfitter, we offer quality apparel, outerwear, footwear, and lifestyle products for men, women, and children—across national retail, wholesale, B2B, and ecommerce channels.

We’re driven by our values of Community, Courage, Quality, Responsibility and Innovation. You’ll join a collaborative, down-to-earth business where relationships matter, ideas are encouraged, and you can genuinely make an impact.

ABOUT US

RB Sellarsis proudly Australian-owned Geelong based brand and inspired by our community, the land, and the lifestyle of regional and rural Australia. As the country’s most authentic rural outfitter, we offer quality apparel, outerwear, footwear, and lifestyle products for men, women, and children—across national retail, wholesale, B2B, and ecommerce channels.

We’re driven by our values of Community, Courage, Quality, Responsibility and Innovation. You’ll join a collaborative, down-to-earth business where relationships matter, ideas are encouraged, and you can genuinely make an impact.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This Technical Designer/Product Developer (Womenswear) role is ideal for someone who loves apparel product development and wants to be involved in every stage of the garment journey, from fit sessions and tech packs through to production approval.

Working alongside experienced Designers, Quality and Production specialists, you'll play a key role in ensuring our womenswear products deliver exceptional fit, quality and durability for customers across Australia.

Whether your background is in Garment Technology, Technical Design or Product Development, we'd love to hear from you.

The role is based at our North Geelong Federal Mills Office, in our custom-designed creative space. You will work with a number of highly experienced industry professionals, so if you are keen to work with and learn from the best, this is the role for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Workingcloselywith the designersthe successful applicant will;

• develop and complete product tech packs and specifications

• assess & measure all incoming fit & PP supplier samples

• lead fit sessions

• communicate changes, approvals on samples & spec with instructions for next submissions

• establish and maintain block fits for key products

• advise on garment construction, fit, grading and fabrication

• ensure the ensure critical path time-lines are met and any roadblocks identified and resolved.

• complete reviews and testing of fabrics, components, patterns and measurements ensuring all products are fit for purpose and meet the RB Sellars quality standards

• liaise with manufacturers and suppliers to resolve fabric and style queries, and ensure the accuracy or care labels and information.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

You’ll bring experience in some or most of the following:

• Garment technology

• Technical design

• Product development

• Pattern making

• Apparel quality assurance

• Womenswear development

Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Excel highly regarded and with AS/NZS quality and compliance standards desirable.

ABOUT YOU

• Great team player - adaptable and easy to work with

• Excellent time management skillsto meet critical path deadlines

• Well developed organisational, prioritisation and planning skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong drive and willingness to learn/grow

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Good relationship builder with key internal stakeholders and suppliers

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE

• Work directly with experienced apparel professionals who are passionate about quality product.

• See your products come to life from concept through to market.

• Influence garment fit, construction and quality outcomes.

• Have real influence on garment fit, quality and customer experience.

• Join a close-knit team where your ideas and expertise are valued.

• Work across a broad range of womenswear categories.

• Build strong relationships with offshore suppliers and manufacturers.

WHY JOIN RB SELLARS?

• Competitive salary

• Flexible working arrangements, typically four days per week

• Opportunity to grow your career with iconic Australian heritage brand

• Mentorship and development from industry experts

• Growing Australian brand with a loyal customer following

• New, custom designed modern workspace at Federal Mills, North Geelong

• Work alongside a supportive leadership team with strong cross-functional collaboration

• Values-led working environment where community, quality and innovation matter

• Recognition, monthly team connection days& more!

• Generous team discount up to 40% off products

Additional Information

Australian work rights are required for this position.