Workwear Group (WWG) is part of Wesfarmers Industrial & Safety a division of Wesfarmers, a top 20 ASX listed company with over 100,000 employees. Housed under the banner of Workwear Group, our three iconic brands - KingGee, Hard Yakka and NNT - have been in the business of delivering workwear since the late 1920's.

We are the trusted partner in workwear solutions, manufacturing over seven million units each year. What sets us apart is our continuous investment in innovation, market knowledge, pioneering ideas and sustainability practices.

We work as one team. We put our customers first and are passionate about what we do. Joining WWG is an opportunity to thrive in an inspiring, safe, and inclusive community.

About the Role

Based in Port Melbourne and reporting to the Design Lead, the Designer will research, design and develop commercially viable corporate and industrial brand and uniform ranges that respond to customer briefs, brand positioning, sourcing requirements and commercial objectives.

You will translate research across colour, silhouette, fabrication, construction and emerging trends into innovative, functional and production-ready design solutions. Working across new business opportunities and existing customer ranges, you will develop concepts that balance creativity, performance, compliance, cost and customer needs.

This is a hands-on design role suited to someone with at least three years’ experience who is confident using design programs, developing technical specifications and clearly presenting commercial design concepts to internal stakeholders and customers.

What you’ll be doing

- Researching trends across colour, silhouette, fabrication, garment construction, technology, trims and accessories




- Translating trend research and design briefs into commercially viable corporate and industrial brand and uniform concepts
- Creating mood boards, storyboards, design concepts, range presentations and production-ready technical packs
- Developing accurate technical specification drawings using Adobe Creative Suite and CAD software
- Designing functional and fit-for-purpose garments that align with customer, brand and commercial requirements
- Applying your knowledge of textiles, fibres, yarns, fabric properties and garment construction throughout the design process
- Managing design and development activities against critical path timelines, identifying roadblocks and supporting timely delivery
- Reviewing existing products and customer ranges to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement
- Presenting and articulating design concepts to internal stakeholders and customers
- Participating in customer presentations, tender processes and new business opportunities
- Working with technical, sourcing and production teams to support product testing, quality, compliance and wearer trials
- Considering target costs, materials and construction methods when developing product solutions
- Contributing to a collaborative, creative and high-performing design team





These responsibilities reflect the position description’s focus on trend analysis, product design and development, critical-path management, quality and compliance, commercial design, and customer presentations.

Who we’re looking for

At our company, we value not only our great brands but also the people and teams that drive our success. In addition to technical skills, we seek team members who possess the following personable qualities:

- Strong work ethic and commitment to showing up for the team
- Openness to receiving coaching and embracing self-reflection and growth
- Accountability for your actions and a willingness to venture beyond your comfort zone
- An innovative mindset and willingness to explore new ideas and solutions
- Ability to build meaningful relationships and balance commercial goals with customer satisfaction
- High ethical standards, with honesty and integrity demonstrated in all interactions

What we’re looking for

You will be an experienced and commercially minded Designer who can confidently take ownership of design programs and translate customer needs and trend research into innovative, production-ready design solutions.

You will be comfortable working in a quick-paced and collaborative environment, managing competing priorities and presenting your ideas to a broad range of stakeholders. You will also bring strong technical knowledge and an understanding of how design decisions influence garment functionality, quality, compliance and commercial outcomes.

You will bring:

- At least three years’ experience in a Designer position
- A bachelor’s degree or tertiary qualification in apparel, fashion or textile design
- Proficiency in Adobe Cr

📌 Designer (Melbourne)
🏢 Workwear Group
📍 Melbourne