Seamster - Garment Repairer

crooton; Basildon; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garment service provider in Wickford, Essex, is seeking a dedicated Garment Repairer / Seamstress for a full-time position. In this role, you'll ensure workwear standards by inspecting and repairing garments, using industrial sewing machines, and managing data in a digital environment. Conditions include competitive pay of £26,228.60, no weekend work, generous holiday leave, and opportunities for career growth. Immediate starts are available for suitable candidates.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

13 pay periods per year

PHS Perks discount card

Access to 24-hour welfare helpline

Online GP service for family

Qualifications

• Proven experience in garment repair, especially with protective clothing or heavy-duty workwear.
• Technical skill in operating industrial sewing machines.
• Digital literacy to log repairs on a database.
• Reliability and pride in work in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect garments for damage and identify necessary repairs.
• Execute high-quality repairs using industrial sewing machines.
• Register repair data into the internal database.
• Fold and pack garments neatly according to delivery process.
• Assist the laundry operative team during peak times.

Skills

Garment repair experience

Operating industrial sewing machines

Digital literacy

Attention to detail

Job description

Garment Repairer / Industrial Seamstress / Laundry Operative

Location: Wickford, Essex, SS11

Salary: £26,228.60 + Performance Bonus

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 06:30 – 15:00 (40 Hours per week)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Benefits: 31 Days Holiday, 13 Paydays Per Year, No Weekends

About the Role

Are you experienced in garment repairs and looking for a stable, Monday-to-Friday role?

PHS Group is the UK’s leading hygiene services provider. We are looking for a dedicated Garment Repairer / Seamstress to join our specialist team in Wickford, Essex. This is a rare opportunity to join an established, market-leading company that values a friendly and supportive work environment.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Financial Stability: A competitive salary of £26,228.60 with 13 paydays per year (paid every 4 weeks).
• Work-Life Balance: No scheduled weekend work—keep your Saturdays and Sundays for yourself.
• Generous Leave: 31 days of annual leave (23 days + 8 bank holidays) with a holiday buy/sell scheme.
• Career Growth: Access to accredited ILM training and clear progression paths.
• Company Perks: PHS Perks discount card (accepted at 850+ retailers), 24-hour welfare helpline, and an Online GP service for you and your family.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a vital member of our operations team, you will ensure our workwear meets the highest standards by:

• Inspecting garments for damage and identifying necessary repairs.
• Executing high-quality repairs using industrial sewing machines.
• Registering repair data into our internal database.
• Folding and packing garments neatly according to our "out-scan" delivery process.
• Assisting the laundry operative team during peak times to ensure smooth production flow.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will be hard-working with a keen eye for detail. We are looking for:

• Proven experience in garment repair (experience with protective clothing or heavy-duty workwear is a major plus).
• Technical skill in operating industrial sewing machines.
• Digital literacy to log repairs on a database.
• Reliability: Someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working in a fast‑paced team environment.

Ready to start? We have immediate starts available for the right candidate.