Position Vacant: Domestic Sewing Machine Mechanic Location: The Sewing Hub – Loganholme, QLD
Type: Full-time / Part-time (Negotiable for the right candidate)
About Us At The Sewing Hub we live and breathe all things creative. We are a busy, fast-growing shop with a vibrant, supportive and fun team atmosphere. Due to our expanding customer base and increasing demand, we are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Sewing Machine Mechanic to join our crew.
The Role As our mechanic you will be responsible for diagnosing, servicing and repairing a wide variety of machines to keep our customer community sewing smoothly. Please note this is a Mechanic position, not a sewing machinist/operator role.
Key Responsibilities
Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults accurately
Perform routine servicing, fine-tuning and complex repairs on domestic sewing machines, overlockers and embroidery machines across all major makes and models
Maintain a clean, organized workshop and records
Communicate technical issues clearly to our administration/sales team and customers where needed
About You We are looking for someone who takes pride and precision in their work, enjoys problem-solving and thrives in a lively team environment.
Qualifications & Experience
Previous mechanic experience servicing sewing machines is highly advantageous
Mechanical or electrical trade background (for example small engine repair, typewriter/precision mechanical repair, electronics) with a strong aptitude for mechanical troubleshooting will also be considered
Knowledge of domestic sewing machines, overlockers and embroidery units across various brands such as Brother, Janome, Bernina, Elna and Singer
Bonus: Experience servicing industrial sewing machinery is a plus
Strong attention to detail and good communication skills
What We Offer
Great culture: work alongside a passionate, friendly and supportive team in a positive work workplace
Growth: join an experienced, busy and expanding business with strong local community roots
Competitive pay: remuneration based on experience and capability