Job Description
Alterations/Tailoringspecialist/ Sewing Machinist
Couture Alterations is a professional alterations workshop in Hornsby, Sydney, specialising in wedding dresses, formalwear, men's and women's garments, tailoring and high-quality garment alterations.
We are looking for an experienced Tailor / Dressmaker to join our team on a casual, part-time or freelance basis, depending on your availability and experience.
This role is suited to an experienced professional who is confident working independently across a wide range of garments and alterations, from everyday clothing to complex bridal and formalwear.
Key responsibilities
Alter and tailor wedding dresses and bridal gowns
Alter formal and evening dresses
Perform complex bridal fittings and adjustments
Alter men's jackets, suits, trousers and other garments
Alter women's dresses, jackets, trousers, skirts and other garments
Work with structured garments, corsetry, boning and linings
Work with delicate fabrics, lace, beading and detailed finishes
Construct wedding dresses and other garments from patterns or designs
Perform hand sewing and detailed finishing




Assess garments and determine the appropriate alteration or construction method
About you
Minimum 5 years of professional industry experience
Strong experience in garment alterations and tailoring
Proven experience with bridal and formalwear
Experience altering men's and women's garments
Strong sewing and garment construction skills
The ability to make and construct wedding dresses
Strong understanding of patterns, cutting and garment construction
Experience with structured garments and corsetry
Excellent fitting and alteration skills
Excellent attention to detail
About us
Couture Alterations is a professional alterations workshop in Hornsby, Sydney, specialising in wedding dresses, formalwear, men's and women's garments, tailoring and high-quality garment alterations.
Work in a professional alterations studio in Hornsby
Variety of bridal, formalwear, men's and women's garments
Opportunity to work on high-quality and technically challenging garments
Adaptable working arrangements
Supportive and respectful working environment

📌 Alterations/Tailoring Specialist/ Sewing Machinist (Sydney)
🏢 Couture Alterations
📍 Sydney