Clothing Alterations: Tailor / Machinist
Alter Ego
Posted 21 days ago
Alter Ego has become a beloved alterations brand in the Inner North, where our tailors pride themselves on quality and excellent service. We do everyday work; hems, taking in, sleeves, trousers - alongside bridal, bridesmaid, and suiting alterations for customers who care about fit. Modern fit-out, proper machines, and a small team that takes the craft seriously.
We're hiring for both our Brunswick West and Collingwood stores. You choose which one.
What you'll do Pin and fit customers, provide advice, plan the alteration, and sew it through to a finished garment you'd be happy to put your name on. Most jobs are turned around within a week, so you'll see your work walk back out the door.
What we need
2+ years in an alterations shop (not factory or production sewing)
Confident with hemming, taking in/letting out, sleeve adjustments, and trouser work
Comfortable on overlock, blind hem, and heavy-duty straight stitch machines
Able to pin on the customer and advise on what's possible
Bonus if you've worked on bridal, suiting, or leather
What we offer
$35–$45/hr casual depending on experience. Happy to match or beat your current rate if you're already employed in the trade.
Your choice of Brunswick West or Collingwood
Your choice of casual, part-time (20+ hrs), or full-time (38–40 hrs). Listed as casual for flexibility, but we'll write a permanent contract for the right person
All-day free parking at both locations
Modern, well-lit workspace with quality machines
Work alongside our shop manager and a supportive small team
Working rights: Full Australian working rights required. We're unable to offer visa sponsorship.
To apply: We would prefer if you apply directly through seek. Otherwise we also accept an email to ••••@youralterego.com.au with your years of experience, preferred location, and whether you're after casual, part-time, or full-time.
Or drop in with your resume and meet us in person (please only drop in if you have real alterations employment history).
Looking to have someone sewing with us within 2–4 weeks.
About Alter Ego
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