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Key facts
Counted staff
12
self-reported 2–10 band
Founded
2011
15 years
Legal entities
None matched
Office countries
1
1 address
Funding rounds
None on record
Company type
Privately Held
self-reported
Description
IWS is a leading Australian buying group set up for sellers of Industrial Workwear, Corporate Wear and associated products. Every day, we are giving independent businesses a competitive edge when going up against direct suppliers and vertical operators.
We have 2 main objectives…... Lower buying prices for members & higher volumes for Suppliers.
WHO ARE WE?
Independent Workwear Specialists (IWS) is a buying group created for independent sellers of Industrial Workwear, Corporate Wear, PPE and associated products.
We commenced operation in 1997 (formerly called Workmates) with 8 member stores in NSW. The 8 inaugural members were battling to stay competitive against larger players trying to move in and win business by undercutting prices. Realising that there was strength to be gained by joining together they formed a group and negotiated with suppliers to get on to an even playing field. The group progressed slowly and managed to achieve a lot for a small group and gradually grew in numbers. In September 2011 the group realised that to move forward and become a meaningful player in the Workwear Industry they would have to restructure and IWS was born. Since then we have grown quickly and we now have members in 5 states with a plan to grow our membership nationally.
All members are independently owned and operated businesses. And whilst IWS has fostered a strong culture of support and co-operation between its members, We are a very transparent group. All our dealings are fully disclosed to Members and Suppliers.
IWS are currently opening their own branded stores called Worklocker it's exciting for our group to be adventuring out with the Worklocker. We now have 4 Worklocker store opened and are looking to expand nationally.
If you would like to become a member of this rapidly growing group. Please contact us by email headoffice@iwsaustralia.net
Specialties
All 4 specialties
- Industrial and Corporate Workwear
- Lower Prices
- Best Preferred Suppliers in the market
- members are independently owned and operated businesses
Locations
Country footprint
Show as table · Offices in 1 country
| Countries | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary country | AU |
All codes: AU
Addresses
- AUAustralia, NSW 2000Primary
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People & contacts
4 employee profiles on record · names withheld.
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FAQ
How many people work at IWS Australia?
The record holds 12 counted staff profiles at January 2026, above the self-reported 2–10 band.
Where does IWS Australia have offices?
One address on record, Australia only. Primary: Australia, NSW 2000.
Has IWS Australia raised funding?
None linked to this brand.
What does IWS Australia list as its specialties?
Four tags on the brand's own list, among them Industrial and Corporate Workwear, Lower Prices and Best Preferred Suppliers in the market.
Which companies are listed alongside IWS Australia?
Nine peer profiles on record: Mongrel Boots and Yakeen Safety PTY LTD.