Job description
New Alterations Shop Opening In Chatswood
A new alterations shop is opening soon in the Chatswood area, and we are looking for an experienced Tailor or Clothing Alterations Specialist to join the team.
This is a full-time role for someone who understands clothing, fit, shape and finish.
The shop is not open yet, but the right person can start onboarding now through one of the existing Sydney locations before moving into the new Chatswood shop once it opens.
That means you do not have to wait around for the doors to open. You can start learning the systems, meeting the team and getting comfortable before stepping into the new store from day one.
This Is For Someone Who Knows What A Good Fit Feels Like
A good tailor sees what other people miss.
A hem that is slightly off.
A jacket that pulls in the wrong place.
A waist that needs shaping.
A dress that nearly works, but not quite.
A formal piece that needs care, patience and a proper eye.
This role is for someone who takes pride in solving those problems properly.
You will be working with real customers, real garments and real alterations. The work is detailed, hands-on and customer-facing. Your skill will matter every day.
The Work
You will be completing clothing alterations and repairs across a range of garments, including:
Pants, dresses, skirts, shirts and jackets
Men’s and women’s garments
Hemming
Waist adjustments
Taking garments in and letting garments out
Tapering trousers, shirts, jackets and other garments
Zip replacements
General garment repairs
Formalwear alterations
Bridalwear modifications where required
Pinning, measuring and customer fittings
Checking finished work for quality, fit and presentation
Who This Could Suit
We would like to speak with people who have worked as a:
Tailor
Alterations Specialist
Seamstress
Dressmaker
Clothing Repair Specialist
Bridal Alterations Hand
Formalwear Alterations Specialist
Dry Cleaning Alterations Tailor
Sewing Machinist with strong garment alteration experience
You do not need a perfect resume.
You do need real skill, good communication and pride in your work.
What We Are Looking For
Experience in tailoring, clothing alterations or garment repairs
Confidence working with men’s and women’s garments
Strong sewing machine skills
Good hand-finishing ability
Ability to complete hems, zips, tapering, resizing and repairs
Strong eye for detail
Ability to assist with fittings, pinning and measuring
Friendly and professional customer communication
Reliability and a good work ethic
Ability to work full-time hours
Ability to complete onboarding at another Sydney location before moving into the Chatswood shop
Why This Role Is Worth Looking At
This is not just walking into any old alterations job.
This is a chance to join a growing alterations business as it opens a new Chatswood location.
You can come in early, learn how the business operates, understand the standards, meet the team and then step into the new shop from the beginning.
For the right person, this is a strong long-term opportunity.
What is on offer:
$30 to $40 per hour, depending on experience
Full-time stable work
Immediate onboarding available
New Chatswood location opening soon
Training through existing Sydney locations before launch
Consistent alteration and repair work
Customer-facing garment fitting work
Long-term opportunity
A business that values quality alterations and strong customer service
About Trial By Fire Recruitment
Trial By Fire Recruitment works with hands-on trade, textile, workshop, furniture, upholstery and manufacturing businesses.
We are not here to waste your time or push you into the wrong job. We speak with skilled people properly, understand what they can do, and help connect them with businesses that value practical ability.
If you are a tailor, seamstress, dressmaker or alterations specialist who wants stable full-time work in the Chatswood area, this is worth a conversation.
If you’re interested or know someone suitable, reach out to Tara for a confidential chat:
Phone: 0482 081 621
Email: [email protected]