Technical Manager - Clothing Manufacturing (Permanent)
Sandicrowther · Gauteng , JHB - Central · R 45 000 - R 50 000 Monthly
Posted 24 July 2026
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Start free — we apply for you →Job Title: Technical Manager - Clothing Manufacturing Start Date: 2026-07-24 - 2026-08-21 Vacancy Type: Permanent DUR003641 Sectors: Clothing / Textiles Location: Gauteng , JHB - Central Salary: R 45 000 - R 50 000 Monthly Brief: clothing manufacturing|technical manager Rosebank, Johannesburg. A well-established company in the clothing manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead its technical department. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on leader with 8–10 years' experience in clothing manufacturing , including 5 years in a technical management role , and strong expertise in garment construction, pattern making, quality assurance, and production support. Detail: Key Responsibilities: Lead the technical department, including Pattern Makers, Graders, Marker Makers, Sample Room and Technical Coordinators Oversee product development, garment specifications, fit approvals, pattern development, grading and marker making Manage sample room operations and ensure on-time delivery of quality samples Drive quality assurance, technical compliance and continuous improvement initiatives Provide technical support to production, improve manufacturing efficiencies and reduce waste Manage fabric and trim approvals, supplier relationships and technical customer support Support costing, production readiness and workflow optimisation Requirements: Diploma / Degree in Clothing Production Management, Fashion Design, Textile Technology, Industrial Engineering or related field 8–10 years' clothing manufacturing experience 5 years' technical leadership / management experience Strong knowledge of corporate clothing, workwear, uniforms or PPE manufacturing Extensive experience in pattern making, grading, marker making, garment construction, quality control and sample room management Advantageous: Lectra and / or Gerber certification Lean Manufacturing and / or Project Management qualification Apply: [email protected] show more... For more information please contact: Lee-Ann Cullen Apply