About the role
Recruiter: Talented Recruitment
Job Ref: DBN003329/KA
Date posted: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Location: Durban, South Africa
SUMMARY: Leading clothing manufacturer supplying major retail fashion chains is seeking an experienced Lectra Pattern Maker based in Riverhorse Valley, Durban , to create accurate, production-ready patterns for ladies’ and kids’ wear using Lectra CAD.
POSITION INFO: Duties and Responsibilities: Develop first patterns from sketches, specs, or sample garments using Lectra (or equivalent Lectra software) Grade patterns across the full size range for ladies' and kids' wear categories Digitize hand-drafted patterns where required Create and optimize markers using Lectra for efficient fabric utilisation Conduct fittings and adjust patterns based on fit sessions and feedback from designers/technical teams Ensure patterns comply with garment specifications, size charts, and quality standards Liaise with designers, garment technologists, and production teams to resolve fit and construction issues Maintain accurate pattern records and version control within the Lectra system Support sample room and production with technical pattern queries Keep up to date with garment construction techniques specific to children's and women's wear (e.g., ease allowances, safety considerations for kidswear) Requirements: Diploma or qualification in Pattern Making, Clothing Technology, or Fashion Design Minimum 3-5 years' pattern making experience, with a strong focus on ladies' and/or kids' wear Proven proficiency in Lectra (highly beneficial) Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and grading principles Knowledge of children's wear safety standards and age-appropriate design specifications Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work under deadline pressure in a fast-paced production environment Good communication skills for liaising across design, technical, and production teams Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Please refer to our website, , where all our active vacancies are advertised. IMPORTANT NOTICE By applying to this advert you hereby acknowledge that you have read and accept the following Protection of Personal Information ACT (POPIA) disclaimer: I hereby consent for Talented Recruitment to process my personal information as part of the recruitment process. Talented Recruitment shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer "personal information" shall be defined as detailed in the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 ("POPIA").
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