Assistant Garment Technologist (Monsoon Childrenswear)
| Ref: | MON12288 |
| Salary: | competitive |
| Department: | Technical Services |
| Location: | Notting Hill Village, London (W11) |
| Position type: | Permanent |
| Hours / Duration: | 37.5 hours per week |
| Closing date: | 01/08/2022 |
Our story began with one man and his vision; to bring vibrant, colourful, hand-crafted artisan clothes from faraway places to the markets of London. It is a journey that started on a hippy commune in Ibiza, 1970, and finished with an overland trip east, through Afghanistan and India. Now found in West London, we’re creating vibrant products, and sharing endless discovery.
The Assistant Garment Technologist supports the technical development and production of childrenswear garments, ensuring quality, fit, and construction align with brand standards and childrens product safety compliance. This role provides essential administrative and technical support to the team, maintaining accurate records and assisting in the smooth progression from pre production sample to production. This is an entry level position for an individual looking to start their career in product technology.
What will you do as a Assistant Technologist?
- Prepare samples for fit sessions, taking detailed notes and recording key adjustments.
- Assist in garment fittings, measuring, and quality checks under supervision.
- Assist reviewing fabric and component test reports under supervision.
- Organize and maintain fit and technical documentation in Excel and PLM systems.
- Monitor and update tech packs to reflect changes from development through production.
- Support supplier coordination by ensuring clear, accurate technical communication.
- Assist in maintaining garment consistency through accurate grading and measurement checks.
- Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance technical knowledge.
What will you need to succeed as our Assistant Technologist?
- An educational background in pattern cutting, clothing technology, textiles or production is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of garment construction, fit, and grading principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Adobe Illustrator, and PLM systems.
What will we offer you in return?
- Competitive salary
- 23 days holiday with the option to purchase additional holiday through our salary sacrifice scheme
- Bonus day off each year after 6 months service
- A pension that you will be automatically be enrolled in after 3 months
- Life assurance (subject to participating in the pension scheme)
- A flexible working approach
- Early pay day Friday finish
- A generous staff discount with up to 50% discount on our products
- Interest free season ticket loans
- Additional discounts such as Westfield discount, etc
If this all sounds great and you feel you are who we are looking for, let us know and apply today.
At Monsoon Accessorize we don’t focus only on what we do, we also care about how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and an environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential.
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people and are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will also consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
We provide reasonable accommodations as needed to people with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at careers@monsoon.co.uk to request discuss any specific requirements.