Tents Tailor

• Discuss design, alteration, or repair requirements with the camp head of maintenance
• Take measurements and ensure quality and exact finish
• Accurately record measurements, instructions, and preferences
• Attach labels to materials in use to prevent errors
• Repair seat covers, headrests, picnic bags, zippers and sliders, and modify tent roofs where needed
• Add value to existing designs of vehicle canvas, seat covers and guest tents through frequent checks and planned preventive maintenance
• Construct new design ideas, specifications, and preferences
• Provide the camp with cost estimates for the construction of customized items

Qualifications & Experience:

• Government Trade Test Grade 2 or 3 in Tailoring
• Proven experience working as a canvas/tent tailor

Skills & Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of materials such as ripstop, shade net, PVC, sewing thread, braided nylon rope, zips and sliders
• Ability to use a sewing machine
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving and time management skills
• Outstanding sewing skills
• Effective communication skills
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail