Make a Difference Supporting Those Who Serve!
Ventia is proud to support the Australian Defence Force through the Defence Clothing Services contract.
We're proud to offer an opportunity for a detail‐focused Seamsperson/SSA to join our team at Victoria Barracks, Melbourne Defence Base (VBM).
This role plays a vital part in ensuring Defence personnel are correctly fitted, presented, and supported with high quality uniform and alteration services.
If you enjoy hands on work, take pride in precision, and value being part of a supportive team, this could be the role for you.
What You'll Be Doing
Measuring and fitting customers for Defence clothing items
Sewing and attaching rank, badges, insignia and medals in line with Defence standards
Completing basic alterations such as hemming, ironing and garment adjustments
Maintaining accurate records for seamsperson services and orders
Ensuring the security and care of medals and issued items
Supporting customer service activities including issuing, accepting and inspecting returned items
Using Defence systems and computer terminals for transactions and record keeping
Assisting with stock handling, manual handling, housekeeping and general store duties
Complying with all workplace health & safety, security, and environmental requirements
What's On Offer
Permanent full time role with strong job stability
$***** per hour plus Super
Consistent weekday hours with an early finish on Fridays
PPE and uniforms provided
Access to Ventia's exclusive employee benefits portal, including retail discounts, health offers, and novated leasing




Free and confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
What You'll Bring
Experience in sewing‐based roles, including tailoring or garment alterations, will be highly regarded
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality workmanship
Customer focused approach with transparent communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Sound time management and organisation skills
Basic computer and data entry capability
A current driver's licence and reliable transport
Ability to meet Defence security requirements
Australian Citizenship is required to obtain the necessary Defence security clearance.
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand.
With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another.
We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities.
We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
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📌 Seamsperson (Victoria)
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