Womenswear Garment Technologist

Job description

Womenswear Garment Technologist

Wyse London is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Garment Technologist to join our growing team.

Reporting to the Garment Technical Manager, you will take full ownership of key product categories including outerwear, denim, trousers and knitwear. You will manage the technical development process from initial prototype through to bulk production, ensuring exceptional fit, quality and performance across all products.

This is a full-time hybrid role, based in our London office Monday to Thursday, with one day working from home on Fridays. Core hours are 9.00am – 5.00pm.

You will play a pivotal role in maintaining the technical integrity of the Wyse brand, working closely with Design and Buying to deliver beautifully made, commercially successful womenswear.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of outerwear, denim, trousers and knitwear categories, managing development from concept to production • Collaborate closely with Design at the start of each season to review and refine tech packs, ensuring first prototypes are returned as close as possible to design intent • Lead fit sessions alongside Design and Buying, ensuring consistent fit, strong block development and best-in-class construction methods • Manage and approve prototypes, salesman samples and pre-production samples within critical path timelines • Troubleshoot and resolve technical and production issues, delivering effective and commercially sound solutions • Work with Buying to optimise manufacturing processes while maintaining quality standards and managing costs • Conduct thorough risk assessments from early development stages, identifying and resolving potential issues proactively • Maintain detailed and accurate records of specifications, graded measurements, patterns and quality documentation • Analyse returns data to identify fit or quality trends, implementing improvements to support achievement of fit returns targets • Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure technical specifications are clearly understood and adhered to • Manage wash development and performance standards for denim, including shrinkage control and colour fastness • Oversee outerwear construction standards, including interlinings, padding, seam finishes and hardware performance • Ensure knitwear performance standards are met, including gauge consistency, yarn behaviour and pilling management • Ensure compliance with UK/EU regulations, garment testing requirements and Wyse quality standards • Support the Technical Manager in standardising key blocks to improve fitting accuracy, speed and overall product performance • Liaise with warehouse and customer service teams to investigate quality concerns and

implement corrective actions • Oversee accurate washcare and fabric composition information for the Wyse website • Regularly review stores, online performance and competitor product to maintain strong market awareness • Work alongside Buying to manage and maintain critical path for your product areas

Requirements

• Degree in Fashion Technology or equivalent qualification, or relevant industry experience • Minimum 5 years’ experience in womenswear garment technology • Strong technical knowledge across outerwear, denim, trousers and knitwear • Excellent understanding of pattern cutting, grading and garment construction • Proven experience leading fit sessions with confidence and authority • Strong knowledge of fabric performance, testing standards and compliance requirements • High level of proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills • Strong communication, problem-solving and supplier management skills • Commercially aware with the ability to balance quality, cost and delivery • Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a continuous improvement approach • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and technically strong Garment Technologist to make a meaningful impact within a growing premium womenswear brand.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional product and take pride in fit, quality and construction excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Wyse London

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English