Garment Technician
Calling all perfectionists with a tape measure obsession! Goldie + Ace is on the hunt for a Garment Technician who measures twice and dreams in seams. Could this be you?
We need someone who can spot a wonky stitch from a mile away and knows what it takes to design for durability and all-out adorability. If you’re ready to own the tape measure and work directly with our Head of Production & Design, let’s make some magic in the form of teeny-tiny overalls and buttery-soft bodysuits.
Our HQ is based in Port Melbourne, and while we’re offering full-time hours there is an option of flexibility for the right candidate.
About Us
Goldie + Ace is a Melbourne-based kidswear label making nostalgic, high-quality clothes for babies and toddlers. Inspired by childhood nostalgia, our designs are made to be worn, washed, cherished, and handed down for future mischief-makers. Our mantra? Outgrow, don’t wear out.
So, what’s the gig?
You’ll be overseeing the nitty-gritty details of garment design, ensuring that everything we create is true to Goldie + Ace’s quality, comfort, and cuteness standards. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll get up to:
- Develop prototypes and samples that align with our style and quality vision.
- Create comprehensive Tech Packs for each style: fit, construction, stitching, and trims, from sketch to finished sample.
- Craft garment spec sheets, apply grading rules, and dive into fit sessions to catch and solve any hiccups.
- Measure garments (to the millimeter!) and make sure they fit like a dream. You’ll also be in touch with suppliers, giving them constructive feedback on quality, fits, and finishes.
- Join fit sessions and take ownership of fit comments—addressing any issues quickly and thoroughly.
- Conduct in-house Quality Checks for samples and production runs to make sure they meet all AU standards and pass Goldie + Ace’s top-notch quality checklist.
Skills & Experience Required
- At least 2 years in Product Development / Garment Technology within childrenswear.
- Formal training in Design, Pattern Making, and Grading.
- Strong technical garment knowledge (fabric, fit, size, and grading wizardry essential).
- Expert-level skills in Adobe Illustrator and Excel (with a sprinkle of graphic magic).
- Calm and collected under pressure with a “let’s-get-this-done” attitude—because, hey, things do go sideways sometimes!
- The kind of person who meets deadlines, stays focused, and brings solutions to the table.
- Fabulous communicator and true team player who loves collaboration.
- A relentless eye for detail, from the tiniest button placement to the overall design harmony.
- Flexibility, adaptability, proactivity, and a “let’s do this!” attitude.
What’s in it for you?
- An office near the city with a team that believes in celebrating the wins (and the great coffee nearby).
- Generous staff discount to stock up on nostalgic threads.
- Local gym membership.
- A calendar packed with team learning events, well-being days, and celebrations.
Ready to apply?
Have a good look around our website, read Our Story page and get a feel for who we are. If you think you’d be a good fit, please send you application to careers@goldieandace.com. Please include a cover letter and answer the below questions:
- Why Goldie + Ace? What excites you, and what would you bring to and get from this role?
- What motivates you?
We can’t wait to meet you!
