FOREVER US
Forever New is Australia's fastest growing fashion clothing and accessories brand. With more than 300 stores and a vast online presence across the globe, we have developed a strong community of fashion-lovers, designers, innovators, experts and creatives who have taken us from Melbourne to the world. We’re a passionate group of individuals with a love for fashion and style – committed to doing whatever it takes to put a smile on her face. We make fashion for the modern woman on the move, and like her, we want to be ready for anything.
THE PERKS WE OFFER YOU
As a valued member of the Forever New family, you'll not only enjoy a wide range of exciting rewards and benefits, but also be part of a team that genuinely appreciates your talent and dedication.
Discover the perks of joining us:
Benefit from a generous 40% employee discount, including periodic discounts for your family and friends.
Coffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidized coffee and lunch at the café downstairs.
Enjoy the flexibility of loyalty and birthday leave to celebrate special moments in your life.
Receive recruitment referral incentives for bringing talented individuals to join our exceptional team.
Take advantage of our wellbeing and environmental incentives, promoting your overall wellness and contributing to a sustainable future.
Engage in continuous learning and development programs to enhance your skills and foster personal and professional growth.
Be recognized for your outstanding contributions through our recognition program and service awards.
Enjoy the convenience of subsidized car parking, ensuring a stress-free commute.
Thrive in our vibrant head office located in Cremorne, an area renowned for its energy and creativity.
Gain exposure to a global business operating across 5 continents, expanding your horizons and providing diverse experiences.
YOUR DREAM OPPORTUNITY
As our Senior Garment Technician, you will spearhead the quality and fit process across Apparel and ensure it is kept in line with the brands standards through all stages of development and bulk production. Leveraging your expertise, you will ensure that our designs retain their integrity while seamlessly transitioning into bulk production.
Get excited to:
Drive effective and efficient process for accurate on-time sample development
Work in partnership with buying to ensure that samples are right-first-time and aligned with brand commercial requirements
Deliver innovation on garment manufacturing methods and construction techniques by liaising with suppliers and factories
Conduct a risk assessment on products within own product team and highlight/resolve potential risks
Work in partnership with suppliers to develop a thorough understanding of the key garment supply base capability—share knowledge
Provide clear and direct technical instructions to offshore offices within the required timeline
Communicate effectively to internal stakeholders; show commercial acumen when advising; offer the problem and the solution
Carry out full preparation for fit sessions: assess the sample to review garment construction e.g. tension, fabric type and garment
Fit garments with Designer/Buyer to ensure samples are to agreed specifications as per ‘Design Brief’ and agreed delivery dates can be maintained
Assess workload projection for the following weeks using production schedule and critical path
Advise and troubleshoot testing issues for product area in an effort to minimise risk and streamline decision making
And so much more!
THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU OFFER US
Previous experience (5+ years’) as a Quality Assurance Officer or Garment Technician in the fashion or related industry
Work experience in managing & leading a team of QA Officers is favourable
Experience of working in a major clothing retailer or manufacturer
Demonstrable experience of the clothing sector and understanding of the sector culture and dynamics
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook and Word)
Computer literacy in QA related software
An advanced understanding and practical application of garment construction, pattern making and grading
An advanced understanding and practical application of critical path elements
Full understanding of quality standards and legal labelling requirements for FN
Full industry understanding of product being fit for purpose
Whether we’re designing our latest fashion collection, learning, laughing, and collaborating as a team or providing expert styling advice to our loyal customers, these are a few of the values engrained in our DNA:
Think Customer
Respect for all
Keep it Simple
Take Responsibility
Act with Pace
Join Forever New and become part of a community that values your uniqueness and offers exciting opportunities for personal and professional growth. Apply now and let your talents shine in an environment that celebrates diversity and fosters success!