Technical Mens & Unisex Designer
Now Hiring | Australian Activewear | Brisbane
The Brand |
This values-led brand is an Australian success story with global expansion underway. They live and breathe personal development and collaboration, you know them and you more than likely own their product! Loved globally, with instantly recognizable taglines - they are constantly growing, innovating and challenging the status quo. A digital native brand with a rapidly expanding retail network - this is an INCREDIBLE opportunity to shape the design of their menswear category as a Technical Mens and Unisex Designer.
The Role |
This role has a deep focus on technical performance sportswear design - you will have a strong eye for function, form and innovation and take a lead role in the design team. You will have creative flair, a strong understanding of technical garment construction, understanding how technical fabrics need to perform and an eye for street inspired athleisure. The ideal candidate combines deep technical design expertise with a strong sense of graphic application, understanding how to bring brand storytelling to life through trims, prints, and garment details.
Design high-performance men's and unisex apparel from idea to production.
Create detailed technical drawings (CADs) with construction, stitching, and fabric info.
Build range plans, colorways, and fabric options with Design, Merchandise, and Product Development.
Turn performance insights and athlete feedback into technical, wearable designs.
Work with raw materials and suppliers to choose fabrics that meet breathability, stretch, and moisture-wicking needs.
Create graphics, logo placements, trims, and embellishments aligned with brand identity.
Deliver print-ready artwork for sublimation, screen printing, HD plastisol, appliqué, and woven labels.
Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to keep visuals consistent across apparel and campaigns.
Work with Product, Development, and Sourcing to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.
Join fit sessions and provide creative and technical input to finalise production-ready garments.
Present design concepts and seasonal stories to internal teams and external partners.
Use strong fabric and construction knowledge to ensure durability and performance.
Partner with Product Developers to ensure tech packs meet manufacturing and performance standards.
The Skillset |
5+ years' experience in performance or technical sportswear design.
Skilled in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Strong knowledge of garment construction, patterns, and fabric performance.
Experience creating technical packs and working with offshore factories.
Highly detail-oriented, organised, and able to manage multiple projects.
Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration skills.
Passion for training, movement or sport - someone who lives the lifestyle we design for
Bonus Points if you have:
Graphic design skills for prints, logos, and trims.
Understanding of trends, athlete insights, and sportswear innovation.
Experience in both performance and streetwear.
The Offer |
Based in either Gold Coast or Brisbane with the ability to travel to Logan
Exceptional remuneration package in line with experience levels.
A vibrant and fun office culture - community led
Great staff discounts
EAP to support our teams mental wellbeing
Personal Development Investment - start smashing your goals!
Onsite gym and regular events
Great channel of succession and huge pipeline for career development across Design & Production
The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke recruitment consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle, and retail industries. With more than 10 years of specialist expertise with luxury retail, Australian & Contemporary designer, beauty, and lifestyle brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s, and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry.
Recruitment – but make it ethical, not transactional. Quality over quantity – always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace. We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition – one where we develop long term, meaningful relationships with all stakeholders.