Vivienne Westwood
Bridal & Coture Sample Machinist
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ABOUT VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British fashion brands, renowned for its heritage, innovative design, and commitment to culture and activism. We care deeply about our people and the environment, and our core values — Gaia, Quality not Quantity, Activism, Culture & Heritage — guide us daily. If you share our passion for creativity, sustainability, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Bridal & Couture Sample Machinist role to join our Couture team on a full-time basis. This role will be based in our London office.
Overview of the role and responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Study and understand design sketches, patterns, and specifications provided by the Pattern Cutter or the Designer.
- Collaborate closely with Designers to clarify any ambiguities and ensure accurate interpretation of the design concept.
- Understanding and reading of garment patterns to ensure they match the Designer’s specifications.
- To be able to work with all fabrics and to understand their properties. Such as silk satin, taffeta, duchesse, chiffon, velvet, sequins, lace and lace border and inserts.
- Operate industrial sewing machines and other equipment to assemble garments.
- Sew and join fabric pieces with precision, paying attention to seam allowances, stitching techniques, and finishing details.
- Add embellishments, trims, and other decorative elements to enhance the garment's aesthetic appeal.
- Pay close attention to fine details, such as hand stitching, to achieve a high level of craftsmanship.
- Conduct quality checks at various stages of garment construction to ensure the final product meets the Designer's standards.
- Make any necessary adjustments or corrections to achieve the desired quality.
- Collaborate with other members of the design and production team to address any issues and ensure a smooth workflow and to bring the design concept to fruition.
- Produce prototypes and high-quality bespoke garments based on the designer's specifications.
- Work efficiently to meet tight deadlines and production schedules.
- Prioritise tasks and manage time effectively to ensure timely delivery of samples.
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(Please note this is not an exhaustive list of duties and you may be required to perform additional duties to fulfil the requirements of the role)
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PROFILE & KEY SKILLS
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
- Positive and proactive in their work attitude.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Available to work overtime during show periods.
BENEFITS
- Staff discounts
- Health & Wellbeing support (includes Private Medical Health Insurance, EAP, Gym Discounts, Access to Financial Planning Service, etc.)
- Perkbox Discounts and Wellness Hub
- Cycle to work scheme
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Pension Scheme
- Training and hands-on experience
- Opportunities to build new skills and gain valuable industry knowledge
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we recommend applying early to avoid missing out.
Vivienne Westwood is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local government laws. For our privacy statement please visit this link.
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