Garment Technologist

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and technically skilled Garment Technologist to join our growing team, specialising in contemporary occasion wear, evening wear and bridal party collections.

This role is responsible for ensuring our garments are beautifully constructed, fit exceptionally well and meet the highest standards of quality, consistency and finish.

Working closely with our Design and Product Development teams, as well as offshore manufacturers, you will take ownership of the technical aspects of garment development, including fit sessions, pattern and construction accuracy, measurements, grading and technical specifications.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of women's garment construction, fit and premium fabrics, with the ability to translate creative designs into technically accurate, well-fitting and production-ready garments. Fluency in Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Garment Technology, Fit & Construction

- Lead technical garment development from initial prototype through to final production approval.
- Conduct and lead fit sessions, assessing garment fit, balance, proportion, movement, comfort and overall appearance.
- Provide detailed and accurate technical fit comments, corrections and construction recommendations to offshore manufacturers.
- Review and assess patterns, garment shapes and construction methods to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Identify and resolve construction challenges involving fitted bodices, structured silhouettes, draping, bias cuts, asymmetrical designs and intricate detailing.
- Establish and maintain fit blocks, size specifications and construction standards across key dress categories.
- Ensure garment construction and finishing meet the brand's quality expectations and design requirements.

2. Measurements, Grading & Technical Specifications

- Create, review and maintain accurate technical packs and garment specifications.
- Own measurement specifications, grading requirements, tolerances and construction details.
- Ensure all technical documentation clearly communicates fabric, trim, measurements, stitching and finishing requirements.
- Review graded sizes to ensure consistent fit and proportions across the size range.
- Identify and correct measurement discrepancies and technical inconsistencies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation for approved styles.

3. Occasion Wear & Premium Fabric Expertise

- Apply strong technical knowledge to occasion wear, cocktail dresses, formal dresses and bridal party collections.




- Understand the technical requirements of fabrics including satin, silk blends, chiffon, georgette, crepe, organza, tulle, lace, velvet, jacquard and embellished textiles.
- Assess fabric drape, weight, stretch, recovery, transparency and overall garment performance.
- Understand construction requirements for sequins, beading, embroidery, metallic fabrics and specialty finishes.
- Provide technical recommendations for corsetry, boning, internal support, lining, cups, bust support and structured bodices.
- Recommend appropriate linings, interlinings, closures, seam finishes and construction techniques.
- Identify potential fabric and construction risks before bulk production.

4. Sample Review & Technical Approval

- Lead the technical review of prototypes, fit samples and pre-production samples.
- Measure samples against approved specifications and identify deviations.
- Provide clear and actionable technical feedback to suppliers.
- Manage technical sample revisions and ensure all fit and construction issues are resolved.
- Maintain detailed fit comments, sample review records and approval documentation.
- Provide final technical approval to confirm garments meet the required fit, construction and quality standards before bulk production.

5. Supplier & Factory Communication

- Communicate directly with offshore manufacturers on fit, measurements, construction and technical requirements.
- Provide transparent technical instructions, fit comments and construction recommendations.
- Work with factories to troubleshoot garment construction, fit and quality issues.
- Collaborate with suppliers to improve workmanship, consistency and technical execution.
- Ensure technical information is accurately communicated and understood throughout the development process.
- Build effective working relationships with manufacturers to support quality and production standards.

6. Quality Assurance & Production Readiness

- Own garment fit, construction and workmanship standards across the collection.
- Ensure garments meet approved quality, measurement and construction specifications.
- Review pre-production samples to confirm consistency with approved technical standards.
- Identify recurring quality and construction issues and recommend corrective actions.




- Work closely with Production and Product Development to resolve technical concerns.
- Ensure all technical requirements are completed and approved before production handover.

7. Development Coordination

- Work closely with the Technical Product Developer to ensure technical requirements are incorporated throughout the development process.
- Support the Design team in translating creative concepts into technically achievable garments.
- Provide technical input on new silhouettes, fabrics, trims and construction methods.
- Ensure fit and technical approval milestones are achieved within the seasonal development critical path.
- Communicate technical risks and potential delays to the relevant teams.
- Support a smooth handover from development into bulk production.

Skills & Experience:

- Fluency in Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) is essential.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in garment technology, technical product development or a similar technical fashion role.
- Experience in women's fashion, particularly dresses, occasion wear, evening wear or bridal party categories.
- Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, patternmaking principles, grading and measurement specifications.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead fit sessions and provide accurate technical corrections.
- Experience creating and managing technical packs, garment specifications and measurement charts.
- Positive understanding of woven fabrics, premium finishes, garment structure and complex dress construction.
- Experience working with offshore manufacturers and communicating technical requirements.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve fit and construction issues.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Excel and relevant product development systems.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail, communication skills and a high standard of technical accuracy.

Why join ELLIATT?

Elliatt is a growing Australian fashion brand with an established international presence, supplying leading department stores and retailers around the world. This is an opportunity to join a creative, fast-paced fashion environment where technical expertise plays an important role in the quality and success of our collections. You will work across a diverse range of styles, collaborate with experienced creative teams and international manufacturing partners, and have a direct impact on the fit, construction and finish of the garments we deliver.

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