Senior Garment Technologist - Knitwear Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious and distinctive fashion brand is seeking a Senior Garment Technologist specializing in knitwear. This role offers the chance to lead product categories, ensuring high-quality fit and construction standards. The ideal candidate will have established experience in garment technology, particularly in knitwear, and will be responsible for mentoring a team while managing product quality and compliance. Join a dynamic workplace that values creativity, offers growth opportunities, and promotes a healthy work-life balance through flexible working options and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible hybrid working options

Continuous professional development

Social events

Early-finish Fridays

Exclusive company discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in knitwear garment technology with a focus on quality and fit.
• Proven ability in manufacturing processes and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain category standard manuals and quality standards.
• Train and mentor a team to achieve business objectives.

Skills

Knitwear Garment Technology

Manufacturing Processes

Quality Assurance

Attention to Detail

Mentoring

Tools

Excel

PLM

Job description

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Client:

Hush

Location:

Clapham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Hush is an ambitious and distinctive fashion brand, with plans to double the business over the next few years. Founded 21 years ago, we are now established as one of the UK’s leading online fashion retailers. We employ around 130 employees across head office and retail, creating and selling a beautiful range of women’s clothing and accessories characterised by effortlessness, simplicity and a laidback sense of style. Despite the challenges to the retail industry, Hush has continued grow – and our company culture still reflects our entrepreneurial roots and relaxed aesthetic. We love hard-working and talented people with a can-do attitude and a passion for what they do.

About the role

This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced Garment Technology Specialist/Garment Technologist to lead and develop specific product categories (Knitwear) in all aspects of garment technology, acting as an expert in your area. Reporting into the Head of Garment Technology you'll support the development and growth of our team of Assistant Garment Technologists as well as managing the end-to-end quality of fit, construction and technical performance of our products.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain category standard manuals, minimum measurements, blocks, construction, and quality standards
• Ensure elevation of fit and quality demonstrates excellent technical fit skills and strong written communication
• Provide technical specifications including grades and tolerances
• Leverage the use of PLM through strong data management
• Identify opportunities for cost saving through product engineering
• Instigate opportunities for fit alignment were identified with your cross-functional internal partners
• Efficient management of business-critical path achieving on time requirements by management of fit meetings
• Train and mentor team with business lead objectives and goal setting
• Risk management ensuring all testing and performance requirements are applied
• Manage product non-compliance with proactive problem-solving skills
• Develop relationships and effective communication internally and with external suppliers with strong interpersonal skills
• Work with stakeholders and peers across the business to push the boundaries on how we challenge the status quo, grow the Hush business, and how we operate with the Hush values at the forefront of all that we do.

What you'll bring

• Established experience in knitwear garment technology
• Proven ability in manufacturing and quality processes
• Labelling and compliance standards
• Proficient in Excel and PLM
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Experience in mentoring or managing a junior team member

Why you’ll love it here

? A supportive, dynamic, and creative workplace.

? Growth opportunities as we expand and innovate.

?️ Generous holiday allowance with flexible hybrid working options.

? Continuous professional development to keep you ahead of the curve.

? Social events that celebrate our collective achievements.

?? Early-finish Fridays and flexible hours for a better work-life balance.

Exclusive company discounts and perks.

Our Commitment

At Hush, we embrace diversity as a strength that drives innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace where individuality is celebrated, and everyone feels empowered to succeed. Our culture reflects our commitment to equal opportunities and respect for all.

If you’re ready to shape the future of a leading fashion brand and make your mark, apply now!