Dressmaker

Description

Untouched World is a Luxury New Zealand lifestyle brand based on an ethos of environmental and social sustainability, enduring quality, and inspired design. We are seeking three dressmakers to join our awesome team.

You will be based at our Christchurch premises and are expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, during standard business hours. There may be occasional opportunities for additional work on Saturdays. This is a permanent, full-time position, with an hourly pay rate of $28.00 to $30.00, depending on your experience and skill level.

Job Description for this Position

Consulting with designers to determine material, styles and designs of garments

Interpreting designs and samples to determine pattern specifications

Cutting out patterns

Laying up and cutting fabric

Pinning, basting, and draping garment parts

Linking on headbands, seaming of garments as well as cuff and welts on linker machine

Construction of garments using a variety of machines

Inserting zips

Fitting garment against production size charts

Have the ability to use different machinery within our production area. eg Sewing buttonholes, buttons, and any fastenings required to the finish garment

Pressing and finishing of the garment on completion

Key Requirements for Successful Applicants

At least two years of experience as a dressmaker or similar is required

Relevant qualification or certificate is an advantage.

Punctual and reliable with a positive can-do attitude will be key in this role

A positive and willing attitude to learn and progress.

Able to work with deadlines and schedules, and available to work weekends if required.

Please note : We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all team members. As part of our employment process, candidates must successfully complete pre-employment medical and drug testing. Additionally, applicants must have no criminal convictions.

If you are interested in this role and this is the exciting career you are looking for, please click on “Apply” to send through your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 27 Oct 2025.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.