Senior Ladies Designer

Rusty is an Australian-owned surf and lifestyle brand, proudly based in Perth, Western Australia. Since 1985, we've designed and distributed apparel, surf products and accessories that are sold across Australia and international markets. Built on a rich heritage in surf culture, Rusty has evolved into a multi-category lifestyle brand inspired by youth culture and streetwear while remaining true to the values that built the brand.

As the business continues to grow, we're entering an exciting new chapter, investing in our people, products and brand to build on our momentum and shape the next generation of Rusty.

We are currently looking for a Senior Ladies Designer. In this role you will be designing and developing the Ladies Apparel and Swim ranges to meet the set creative brief and line plans. You must meet the highest quality design standards and ensure timely, quality collections are delivered. This role requires you to use your design skills and flexibility to work with the rest of the design, sales and marketing teams to build excellent product, across multiple categories, that our target market is excited to wear.

What You'll Be Doing

- Research global fashion, colour, fabric and lifestyle trends to develop product that fits our customer and brand direction

- Design commercially successful Ladies Apparel and Swim collections across multiple product categories

- Develop seasonal concepts, prints, colour palettes and trend direction

- Create CADs, colourways and presentation boards using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

- Manage the end-to-end product development process, including tech packs, garment specifications, sample reviews and fit sessions





- Work closely with our Direct-to-Consumer team to develop customer-focused product that is commercially successful

- Source fabrics, trims, washes and finishes to achieve customer expectations and target price points

- Build and maintain strong relationships with offshore suppliers, managing timelines, development and quality outcomes

- Collaborate closely with the Design, Sales and Marketing teams to deliver on brand and customer briefs

- Maintain accurate product development records, critical path and seasonal documentation

- Regularly conduct market research to ensure ranges stay on trend

- Present seasonal ranges at internal reviews and range releases

What We're Looking For

- Substantial experience in fashion design — a minimum of 3 years in a similar role

- A degree or diploma in Fashion Design

- Highly creative and innovative design skills, with a commercial mindset

- Demonstrated experience in commercial product development, from concept through to production

- Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit and fabrication

- Positive, proactive and solutions-focused with a genuine can-do attitude.

- Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced setting where priorities and business needs can evolve quickly.

- A person who leads by example, sharing knowledge and mentoring junior team members to support the growth of the wider Design team.





- Ability to work collaboratively with the Head of Ladies Design, embracing creative direction while confidently contributing ideas and expertise.

- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate respectfully and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

- A person who takes ownership of their work, follows through on commitments and contributes positively to achieving shared business goals.

- Excellent Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills

- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills

- Experience working with offshore suppliers and managing development timelines

- An understanding of and genuine passion for the surf, fashion and streetwear industries

- Excellent attention to detail, organisational and communication skills

- A flexible approach with the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines

- Ability to work harmoniously within a team environment, respecting the views and opinions of others.

Why join Rusty?

You'll be part of a an iconic, Australian-owned surf and lifestyle brand with nearly 40 years of heritage. You’ll be working alongside an experienced and supportive Design team who encourage collaboration and ideas with an "edge."

You will be rewarded for your efforts with all the staff benefits that Rusty has to offer, such as weekly yoga classes, a generous clothing allowance and social club activities as part of our efforts to ensure a healthy work/life balance.

Rarely do these opportunities come up in our Design team, and we are keen to get the new person on board ASAP… so if you are interested, apply immediately!

Please submit a portfolio as part of your application.

📌 Ladies Senior Designer (Perth)
🏢 Rusty
📍 Perth