This is a Senior Technical Designer - Country Road (Childrenswear) role with Country Road Group based in Melbourne, VIC, AU Country Road Group Role Seniority - senior More about the Senior Technical Designer - Country Road (Childrenswear) role at Country Road Group As Australia’s favourite lifestyle brand, beloved around the world, Country Road deliver timeless Australian style that is designed for life and made to last. Turn creative ideas into exceptional products! As a Senior Technical Designer, you will collaborate with designers and product developers to achieve the perfect style, fit, and quality for Country Road Childrenswear. You will create comprehensive design brief packs for vendors, solve technical challenges with smart, brand-aligned solutions, and ensure production starts with clarity and confidence. If you are excited by the opportunity of helping build a high-performing team that delivers outstanding results, we would love to hear from you! Please note that this is a 12 month FTC How you will contribute Provide technical advice and support to the team regarding styling and fitting requirements Create and maintain accurate technical packs in the PLM system for all styles, or through an agreed manual process if no system is available Establish and maintain appropriate construction standards across all categories with suppliers, ensuring alignment with the brand’s quality expectations Ensure all fit comments and construction changes are accurately captured and loaded into the PLM system after each fitting session Ensure garment readiness for bulk production including QA approval across fabric and garment and Tech Pack accuracy and completeness Ensure childrenswear products meet all relevant safety, compliance and regulatory requirements, including age grading, product labelling, and design considerations that minimise potential hazards Ensure products are produced according to technical specifications, such as material requirements, dimensions, and tolerances Take full responsibility for the outcomes of the function, ensuring it aligns with the broader business strategy and delivers on key objectives Demonstrate relentless focus and commitment to delivering our strategic blueprint together, always acting in the best interest of the group. Capabilities we value Bachelor or Diploma of Fashion/Textiles or equivalent tertiary design qualification Proven product development experience, particularly with childrenswear design and manufacturing High level of attention to detail, ensuring precision in product development and quality assurance Strong negotiation skills are highly regarded, aiding in supplier management and product pricing discussions. What we offer Bi-annual product allowance, access to sample sales and 40% discount for you and your immediate family across all CRG brands Flexible work environment to support work-life balance Flex your leave your way, including birthday leave, volunteer leave, personal leave and more Access to health and wellbeing support, including Health Insurance, 24/7 EAP counselling and financial advice services 18 weeks paid parental leave program for eligible employees with return-to-work clothing allowance Internal career opportunities across our House of Brands Annual learning calendar to support your ongoing development Support impactful community and charity partnerships across our House of Brands, including OCRF, Our Watch, First Nations Reconciliation, Movember, Red Cross and Landcare. Who we are Country Road Group is one of Australia’s leading lifestyle brand houses, home to an iconic portfolio including Country Road, Trenery, Witchery, Mimco and Politix. United as One Team, we work collaboratively across our House of Brands to create exceptional product and meaningful experiences for our customers. We are Courageously Curious, exploring new ideas, perspectives and ways of working, and Driven by Purpose to make a positive impact—on our customers, our communities and each other. We’re proud to foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and has the opportunity to grow. Recognised as a sustainability leader in Australian fashion, Country Road Group drives positive change through ambitious climate action, ethical sourcing, and responsible product innovation. We encourage you to explore our Current Opportunities and we look forward to connecting with you! Country Road Group acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders past and present. We’re committed to inclusion and accessibility. If we can support you with any adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Country Road Group team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Providing technical advice Creating technical packs ✅ Ensuring garment readiness Key Strengths Attention to detail Product development experience Negotiation skills Fashion/Textiles qualification A Final Note: This is a role with Country Road Group not with Hatch.
