Clothing Technician

TVS are working as part of Team Leidos, which is a team of defence and logistics specialists supporting a major contract providing an end-to-end supply chain service delivering commodity and inventory savings to the UK Ministry of Defence.

We are now recruiting for a Clothing Technician at the Team Leidos offices in Bristol, as part of a vibrant and dynamic team, committed to transforming the way the MOD works. This critical role requires expertise in garment manufacture and quality assurance, with a strong focus on delivering durable, high-performing workwear solutions for a demanding environment.

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Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work within a team to deliver customer requirements of workwear items including, but not limited to, uniforms, sleeping systems and socks.
• Ensure all workwear items within your range adhere to the specification and are compliant with the customer’s requirements and any relevant legislation.
• Provide customer-facing and industry-facing support and guidance with regards to clothing items in your area.
• Manage items through life, maintaining critical path information and including Acquisition Safety Management and Product Quality Control.
• Process the technical data relating to the clothing workwear items within your range including patterns, samples, manufacturing, test reports, and product certification.
• Maintain technical product details within the in-house database.
• Manage items through the Supply Chain Process & Tender Process.
• Assist in managing Research and Development and product trials for Defence Clothing.
• Assist in management of (receipt, storage, retrieval and maintenance) of patterns and samples held.
• Visit suppliers and attend relevant industry meetings and exhibitions to maintain and enhance Workwear clothing product knowledge.
• Ensure any reported defective items within your area are seen through to resolution.

• Proven experience in garment or textile management, preferably in technical workwear or defence-related products.
• Strong understanding of technical fabrics, garment construction, and industry standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex supply chains and supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in CAD or other design software is desirable.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and regulatory requirements is highly desirable.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Proven experience using databases and spreadsheets.
• Relevant degree qualification or equivalent industry experience in textiles, garment technology, or a related field.
• Certification in quality management is desirable.

Please note that this role will include some UK and overseas travel.

In return for your hard work, we offer excellent career progression opportunities and a professional environment where you can acquire, use, and continue developing your skills.

Your package will include:

• Pension scheme with up to 6% employer matched contributions
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday + 8 statutory bank holidays (of which 5 can be taken flexibly throughout the year)
• Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available)
• Established hybrid working structure
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness with immediate access for you and your family to:
• Virtual GP consultations and second opinions
• Mental health support and counselling
• Online physiotherapy
• Access to CONNECTPlus long-term health condition support
• Wellbeing and healthy living support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship
• Pass scheme (£100 per year to undertake training of your choice)
• Quarterly employee recognition awards
• Employee referral scheme with financial reward
• Benefits hub with employee retail discounts
• Early finish Fridays

TVS SCS encourages and supports our employees to realise their potential. They are empowered to take initiative and achieve high impact results that really make a difference to our business and our customers.

Candidates must be eligible to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. This process includes verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and a basic criminal records check for unspent convictions. Please note that candidates must have resided in the UK for 3 years to meet BPSS eligibility requirements.

If you require any adjustments to allow you take a full and active part in the selection process, please notify us as part of your application. Please note TVS Supply Chain Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. TVS have signed the Armed Forces covenant and are a forces friendly employer.