Kidman Hat Company is part of Hancock Agriculture's portfolio of iconic Australian brands, including S. Kidman & Co and our heritage clothing labels Rossi and Driza-Bone.
We are building the best food and fibre businesses in Australia, with a deep commitment to craftsmanship, Australian heritage and premium quality.
Our hats tell stories of the land, the outback and contemporary Australian style.
We are looking for a skilled Hatter who shares our passion for traditional techniques and modern design.The OpportunityBased in Brisbane and reporting to the Retail Operations Manager, the Hatter is responsible for the design, creation, finishing and refurbishment of premium handcrafted hats.
You will ensure every piece meets the highest standards of craftsmanship while supporting retail, wholesale and event sales, brand storytelling and the commercial performance of the category.
This is a hands-on role that blends traditional hat-making skills with creative design and customer engagement.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop original hat styles that capture Australian heritage while incorporating contemporary elementsBlock, form, iron, pounce and finish hats by hand and machine across a range of sizes and stylesCut and shape brims, install and customise sweatbands, liners and hat bandsRestore and refurbish hats - dismantling, cleaning, reshaping, re-blocking and carrying out minor felt repairsMaintain rigorous quality standards for make, fit,



finish and presentationSupport retail and event sales through expert product knowledge, fitting, styling and customisation adviceTravel to regional and remote locations to support industry events, trade shows, field days, rodeos and agricultural showsAct as a brand ambassador - demonstrating techniques, managing pop-up stores and building customer relationshipsOur ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following essential criteria:passion for handmade products, traditional techniques and Australian culture.hands-on experience in hat blocking, forming and finishing hats.ability to design and create original headwear with commercial appealexceptional attention to detail and high standards of craftsmanshipconfidence and safety using specialised tools, machinery and materialsstrong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple prioritiesexcellent customer service and communication skillswillingness to travel for events and brand activationWhy Join UsWork with an iconic Australian brand that values genuine craftsmanshipOpportunity to shape the future of premium Australian headwearCollaborative team setting with creative input into product developmentVariety - from workshop production to customer-facing retail and eventsCompetitive full-time packageIf you are a skilled hatter who wants to create beautiful, high-quality hats that celebrate Australian heritage, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Hatter (Brisbane)
🏢 S. Kidman Clothing
📍 Brisbane