Stitch Australia’s Most Iconic Football

Love sewing? Take your skills beyond the ordinary.

Join the team behind Australia’s legendary Sherrin football and play a hands-on role in crafting the ball used by footballers across the country. If you’re experienced with industrial sewing machines and enjoy precision work, this is an opportunity to turn your craftsmanship into something iconic.

Keysborough Full-Time | Permanent Position

Why You’ll Love This Role

✅ Work on a product recognised across Australia

✅ Put your industrial sewing skills to use every day

✅ Learn specialist leather craftsmanship techniques

✅ Supportive team setting with training provided

✅ Great pay, staff discounts, and exclusive event opportunities

✅ Stable, long-term employment with a respected Australian brand

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of the Sherrin production team, you’ll be involved in the creation of premium leather footballs, including:

- Operating industrial sewing machines
- Stitching and assembling leather football panels
- Cutting, stamping and preparing leather components
- Inserting bladders and completing final assembly
- Repairing and reconditioning footballs
- Conducting quality inspections to ensure every ball meets our high standards




- Working closely with a passionate and skilled production team

We’re Looking For

Essential

✔ Experience using industrial sewing machines

✔ Experience working with leather, vinyl, canvas, upholstery materials, or similar heavy fabrics

✔ Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship

Highly Regarded

⭐ Upholstery, automotive trimming, saddlery, footwear manufacturing, marine trimming, or related trade experience

⭐ Manufacturing or production experience

⭐ Sewing machine setup and adjustment skills

Don’t tick every box? If you’ve worked with industrial sewing equipment and enjoy hands-on production work, we’d still love to hear from you.

The Extra Perks

Staff discounts on Sherrin and Spalding products

Opportunities to attend football and basketball events

Team functions and celebrations throughout the year

Friendly, supportive workplace culture

Ready to Put Your Sewing Skills to Work?

If you’re an experienced sewing machinist looking for a unique role where your craftsmanship is genuinely valued, apply today and become part of the team that makes Australia’s most iconic football.

Own transport required as role is based in Keysborough and involves early morning starts.

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