Seamstress

Industrial Temps; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy alterations and tailoring studio in Newtownabbey is seeking a skilled Seamstress/Tailor. This role involves precise alterations of garments ranging from everyday clothing to formal and bridal wear. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience and strong practical skills. The position offers competitive pay starting at £12.50/hour, flexible roles, and a supportive work environment. Interested candidates should apply via CV to the provided email.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Flexible hours

Supportive friendly working environment

Variety of alteration projects

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in alterations.
• Strong skills in sewing machines and hand stitching.
• Proven ability to complete a wide range of alterations.

Responsibilities

• Shortening and lengthening garments.
• Making tailoring adjustments to fitted items.
• Providing excellent customer service during fittings.
• Working with attention to detail.
• Handling bridal wear and special occasion adjustments.

Skills

Experience as a seamstress or tailor

Strong practical sewing skills

Ability to manage workload

Confidence in offering fitting advice

Job description

Our client, a busy alterations and tailoring studio, is a seeking a Seamstress/Tailor to join their team based in Newtownabbey.They pride themselves on delivering high quality precise and reliable garment alterations for a loyal and growing customer base. Their work ranges from everyday clothing adjustments to detailed tailoring and specialist formal and bridal alterations.

Responsibilities

• Shortening and lengthening trousers, skirts, dresses and other garments.
• Tailoring adjustments to shirts, blouses, jackets and other fitted items.
• Zip replacements on a wide range of clothing.
• Alterations to formal wear including suits, occasion wear and bridesmaid dresses.
• Bridal wear adjustments including hems, bodice alterations and intricate detail work.
• Custom and creative alterations based on customer requests.
• Providing excellent customer service when dealing with fittings queries and measurements.
• Working with attention to detail at every stage of the alteration process.

Skills and Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working as a seamstress or tailor in an alterations or garment production environment.
• Strong practical skills in sewing machines, overlockers and hand stitching.
• Proven ability to complete a wide range of alterations confidently.
• Ability to work with accuracy efficiency and pride in your craft.
• Ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Previous experience with bridal wear alterations is preferred.
• Previous experience working with delicate fabrics including lace silk chiffon and formal gowns is preferred.
• Confidence in offering fitting advice and garment adjustments to customers is preferred.

Further Information

Salary - Starting at £12.50 Depending on candidate experience.Work time - Wednesday: 9:30am - 5:30pm, Thursday: 9:30am - 7pm, Friday: 9:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday: 9:30am - 12:30pm.Job Benefits:Full time and part time roles available.Flexible hours can be discussed.Competitive pay based on experience.Supportive friendly working environment.Opportunity to work on varied and rewarding alteration projects every day.Additional Information:This Seamstress/ tailor position is in Newtownabbey, Northern IrelandIf you are interested in this role, please forward your CV through to [e-mail] or call our Belfast office on 028 9032 2511 ask for GaryINDUSTRIAL TEMPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 13 Feb 2026