ABOUT US

Workwear Group (WWG) is part of Wesfarmers Industrial & Safety a division of Wesfarmers, a top 20 ASX listed company with over 100,000 employees. Housed under the banner of Workwear Group, our three iconic brands - KingGee, Hard Yakka and NNT - have been in the business of delivering workwear since the late 1920’s.
We are the trusted partner in workwear solutions, manufacturing over seven million units each year. What sets us apart is our continuous investment in innovation, market knowledge, pioneering ideas and sustainability practices.
We work as one team. We put our customers first and are passionate about what we do. Joining WWG is an opportunity to thrive in an inspiring, safe, and inclusive community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring that Australian Defence Force (ADF) uniforms meet the highest technical, quality, and compliance standards. You’ll lead the development of specifications, oversee the engineering lifecycle from tech pack to pre-production sample sign-off, and support the team with technical expertise across garments, trims, and product construction. With a deep understanding of technical standards and system processes, you’ll drive accuracy, efficiency, and innovation across engineering and product development workflows.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Own the development and delivery of accurate specifications from tech pack handover through to pre-production sample approval.
• Establish and maintain systems and processes required to support all engineering activities.
• Assign authority and support for configuration and engineering tasks across the team.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of tech packs and ensure correct trims selection to support manufacturing accuracy.
• Request and review development samples, assess quality, fit, and compliance, and ensure early intervention where required.
• Coordinate and participate in product fittings to ensure size, fit, and specification compliance.
• Conduct and support risk assessments, product testing, and resolution of quality issues.
• Represent WWG in Configuration Control Boards (CCB) and ensure technical accuracy and documentation control.
• Provide coaching and mentorship across the technical team, offering support on troubleshooting and best practice.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, supporting the long-term strategy and critical path delivery.