Our client, a busy alterations and tailoring studio, is a seeking a Seamstress/Tailor to join their team based in Newtownabbey. They pride themselves on delivering high quality precise and reliable garment alterations for a loyal and growing customer base. Their work ranges from everyday clothing adjustments to detailed tailoring and specialist formal and bridal alterations.
Pay Rate: Starting at £12.50 Depending on candidate experience
Hours Per Week:
Full Time: 28.5 Hours
Part Time: 18.5 Hours
Working Hours:
Wednesday: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
Thursday: 9:30 am – 7 pm
Friday: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
Saturday: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Job Type: Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Job Criteria:
· At least 2 years of experience working as a seamstress or tailor in an alterations or garment production environment
· Strong practical skills in sewing machines, overlockers and hand stitching
· Proven ability to complete a wide range of alterations confidently
· Ability to work with accuracy efficiency and pride in your craft
· Good customer service skills and a friendly professional approach
· Ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines in a busy environment
· Previous experience with bridal wear alterations is preferred
· Previous experience working with delicate fabrics including lace silk chiffon and formal gowns is preferred
· Confidence in offering fitting advice and garment adjustments to customers is preferred
Job Duties:
· Shortening and lengthening trousers, skirts, dresses and other garments
· Tailoring adjustments to shirts, blouses, jackets and other fitted items
· Zip replacements on a wide range of clothing
· Alterations to formal wear including suits, occasion wear and bridesmaid dresses
· Bridal wear adjustments including hems, bodice alterations and intricate detail work
· Custom and creative alterations based on customer requests
· Providing excellent customer service when dealing with fittings queries and measurements
· Working with attention to detail at every stage of the alteration process
Job Benefits:
· Full time and part time roles available
· Flexible hours can be discussed
· Competitive pay based on experience
· Supportive friendly working environment
· Opportunity to work on varied and rewarding alteration projects every day
Additional Information:
This Seamstress/ tailor position is in Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland
If you are interested in this role, please forward your CV through to Gary.Dodds@industrialtemps.com or call our Belfast office on 028 9032 2511 ask for Gary
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