Fashion Design Studio Technician & Learning Support

Leeds Beckett University; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Beckett University invites applications for a multi-skilled garment technology technician to support the Fashion Design programme. You will be based in the Broadcasting Place building, contributing to high-level technical support for undergraduate and postgraduate fashion students within a busy, creative environment.

The role requires experience with industry standard garment manufacturing machinery and a professional approach to studio safety, maintenance, and stock management.

Qualifications

• Experience with industry standard garment manufacturing machinery.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel) and Outlook.
• Commitment to Health & Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Support pattern cutting and garment manufacturing across learning environments.
• Maintain studios and specialist equipment, and manage stock orders/sales.
• Provide first-line maintenance and assist other technical staff as needed.
• Collaborate with learning support colleagues to deliver integrated services.

Skills

Multiskilled technician

Garment technology experience

Communication and multitasking

Education

HND or first degree in Fashion Design

Significant industry experience in garment technology

Tools

Lockstitch machine

Overlocker

Cover-stitch

Buttonholer

Vacuum press

Digital embroidery

Sonic bonder

Job description

Leeds Beckett University invites applications for a multi-skilled garment technology technician to support the Fashion Design programme. You will be based in the Broadcasting Place building, contributing to high-level technical support for undergraduate and postgraduate fashion students within a busy, creative environment.

The role requires experience with industry standard garment manufacturing machinery and a professional approach to studio safety, maintenance, and stock management.