Job Description
Freelance Garment Technician & Fit Specialist (Womanswear) n
We are a fashion design and production agency based in
Orange, NSW
, working with a diverse range of emerging and established fashion brands. We partner closely with founders and design teams to bring collections to life - from concept through to production - with a strong focus on fit, quality, and commercial outcomes.
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We are now looking for a
Freelance Garment Technician and Fit Specialist
to work alongside the founder and support multiple clients across a variety of categories.
The Role n
This is a
flexible, freelance role
, ideal for an experienced garment technician who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working across different brands and product types.
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You will be responsible for the technical development, fit, and refinement of garments from prototype through to bulk approval.
Key Responsibilities n
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Prepare and update tech packs, including specs, measurements, construction details, and BOMs
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Prepare accurate graded specs for tech packs
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Measure samples accurately and prepare garments for fit sessions
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Attend occasional in-person fit sessions (Orange NSW or as agreed) and provide clear, detailed fit feedback
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Record and translate fit notes into concise technical amendments for off-shore factories
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Engineer garments for consistent fit, quality, and manufacturability across sizes
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Work across a broad range of womenswear categories including wovens, knits, denim,



dresses, tops and bottoms
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Liaise directly with offshore factories and sample machinists to resolve fit and construction issues
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Support progression from proto to PP to bulk, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met
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Assist with pre-production and post-production QC checks as required
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About You n
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3+ years' experience as a Garment Technician, Fit Specialist or Product Developer (flexible for the right candidate)
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Strong understanding of womenswear fit and garment construction across multiple categories
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Confident running fit sessions and making clear, commercial fit decisions
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Solid pattern and technical knowledge (pattern-making experience highly regarded but not essential)
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Ability to create clear, factory-ready tech packs and graded specs
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Comfortable communicating with offshore manufacturers
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Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple styles and brands
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Proficient in Excel and Illustrator
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Why Work With Us n
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Flexible freelance working arrangement
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Work from home, with occasional in-person fittings
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Exposure to multiple brands and product categories
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Opportunity to work closely with founders and creative teams
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Supportive, team-oriented working relationship
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Ideal for someone based in regional NSW or seeking flexible technical work alongside other commitments
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📌 Freelance Garment Technician & Fit Specialist (Womanswear) (Melbourne)
🏢 JRG Recruitment
📍 Melbourne