Garment Technologist & Compliance Specialist

Recruitment Helpline; Watford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Free on-site parking

Company pension

Early finish on Fridays

Job summary

Recruitment Helpline in Watford seeks a Garment Technologist & Compliance Officer to oversee development from concept to bulk production and ensure products meet UK, EU and international regulations. The role covers garment technology, fit, QA, testing and factory compliance, collaborating with design, buying, production and overseas factories to maintain quality and ethical standards.

The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years in garment tech or apparel QA, strong Excel skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years' experience in garment technology, apparel QA, product compliance or related role.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, pattern cutting, grading, fit and manufacturing.
• Confident conducting fit sessions and providing technical comments.
• Experience with technical packs, measurement specifications and production samples.
• Good understanding of fabrics, apparel testing and product-safety requirements.
• Knowledge of apparel labelling and fibre-composition requirements.
• Experience working directly with overseas factories and suppliers.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple product timelines.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience maintaining technical/compliance trackers.
• Ability to work from our Watford office.

Responsibilities

• Garment Technology & Development: Manage garment development from initial sample through to production approval.
• Testing, Quality & Compliance: Determine apparel testing requirements and manage lab tests and reports.
• Factory & Ethical Compliance: Review factory audits (SEDEX/SMETA, BSCI) and ensure supplier compliance.
• Sustainability & Certification: Review GOTS/GRS/OEKO-TEX certifications and traceability.

Skills

Garment technology

Apparel QA

Product compliance

Overseas liaison

Microsoft Excel

Fit sessions

Pattern cutting

Grading

Documentation

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Textile/Garment Technology

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

Recruitment Helpline in Watford seeks a Garment Technologist & Compliance Officer to oversee development from concept to bulk production and ensure products meet UK, EU and international regulations. The role covers garment technology, fit, QA, testing and factory compliance, collaborating with design, buying, production and overseas factories to maintain quality and ethical standards.

The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years in garment tech or apparel QA, strong Excel skills, and the ability to