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ABOUT US
Born in Australia, loved around the world.
At Cotton On, we know good style goes well beyond what's in your wardrobe. Were here to inspire, spark joy and bolster self-expression and creativity. We want our community to feel seen, heard and celebrated, and as a brand, we want to use our voice to make a positive difference in people's lives.
Were playfully rebellious and always optimistic. Join our world and let's do valuable things together.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a skilled Technical Designer to play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional fit, quality, and consistency for our garments in our Womenswear category on a 6 month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will ensure that every product meets our high standards and resonates with our customers. You will provide expert technical advice, create patterns, and maintain grade rules to ensure consistency in fit and sizing.
Collaborating closely with suppliers and product teams, you will oversee garment construction, offer cost-effective solutions, and support the delivery of products that our customers love. By fostering strong relationships, sharing knowledge, and mentoring Product Developers, you will contribute to a high-performing, values-driven culture. This role is perfect for someone passionate about combining technical expertise with creative problem-solving to achieve outstanding results.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Tertiary qualification in Design, Textiles, or Pattern Making.
Expertise in garment fit, pattern making, and garment construction.
Proficiency in Lectra, with Adobe/CAD knowledge being advantageous.
Strong knowledge of fabrics, fibers, and accurate garment measuring.
Experience working with overseas suppliers and maintaining quality standards.
Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement.
Personal effectiveness and a commitment to excellence in execution.
Proven ability to mentor others, build relationships, and champion a positive culture.
Strong initiative and commercial acumen.
BENEFITS
Competitive salary
Flexible working options&people-first; leave initiatives
Access to our world-class Support Centre, with an in-house restaurant& state-of-the-art wellness centre featuring free gym &holistic; health services
Subsidised onsite childcare centre
50% off ourBrands | Cotton On, Cotton On Body, Cotton On Kids, Rubi Shoes, Typo, Factorie &Supre;
24/7 Wellness support mental health, relationships, family + more
Local &Global; career growth
Discounts for you &your; family medical, travel, financial + more
Performance & Peak incentives to reward +recognise our team
Returnity -Paidprogram for new parents heading back to work
Bring your dog to work
Recognition, team connection moments& more!
Cotton Ons purpose is to make a positive difference in peoples lives. Born in Australia, Cotton On is a global fashion and lifestyle retailer with eight brands across 22 countries and 1,500 stores. Powered by 20,000 team members, who together with our customers, are making a positive impact through one life-changing Foundation. Taking their Aussie lifestyle to the world and delivering Good along the way, Cotton On brands offer youthful fashion and lifestyle products across women's, mens, kids, body, accessories and stationery.
We are proud of our diverse global workforce of 20,000 team members from countless nationalities, and we strongly welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply with us.
We are focused on bringing more voices, experiences and backgrounds to our workforce as we drive diverse and inclusive outcomes for our team and our customers.
If you have any individual needs in order to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at
[email protected] we may support you in completing the job application process.
📌 Technical Designer - Cotton On Global Support Centre (Geelong)
🏢 Cotton On Group
📍 Geelong