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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Onsite
At Halter, we’re on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no dogs, no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. It's changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us you’ll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think, out-work and out-care. We’re committed to delivering real change in the world - this isn’t easy, and in truth, we love that it’s hard.
We’re backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund, Bessemer Venture Partners, BOND, DCVC, Blackbird, Promus Ventures, Rocket Lab’s Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures.
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We're on the lookout for an exceptional Lead – Product Specialist to lead and develop our growing team of Product Specialists across Australia.
Based in Brisbane, you'll take ownership of the team's performance, development and effectiveness, ensuring our Product Specialists have the knowledge, tools and support they need to deliver outstanding outcomes.
Unlike our Product Specialist roles, which are primarily focused on working directly with farmers and understanding their needs, this role is focused on leading the people who do that work.
You'll be responsible for coaching and developing the team, setting clear priorities, improving ways of working and ensuring we're consistently capturing and communicating valuable insights from the field.
You'll work closely with our Product and Engineering teams in Auckland HQ, as well as key stakeholders across Australia, to ensure our Product Specialists are focused on the right opportunities and helping shape the future of Halter's product.
We're looking for a natural leader who understands agriculture, loves technology and knows how to bring out the best in people. Someone who can balance the bigger picture with getting things done, isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
This role will involve regular travel across Australia to spend time with the team and support our growing operations.
Leading and developing our Australian Product Specialist team, providing coaching, guidance and support to help individuals grow and perform at their best.
Setting clear priorities and direction for the team, ensuring we're focused on the highest-impact opportunities across Australia.
Building a high-performing, collaborative team culture where people feel supported, challenged and empowered to take ownership.
Working closely with our Product and Engineering teams in Auckland to ensure insights, challenges and opportunities identified by Product Specialists are clearly communicated and acted upon.
Developing and improving processes, tools and ways of working to help the team operate effectively as we continue to scale.
Supporting Product Specialists with complex technical challenges, product initiatives and problem-solving when needed.
Building strong relationships with stakeholders across Product, Engineering, Sales, Account Management and other teams to ensure alignment.
Identifying knowledge gaps and creating opportunities for training, development and continuous improvement.
Ensuring the team maintains a deep understanding of Halter's technology, Australian farming practices and the evolving needs of our customers.
Travelling across Australia to spend time with Product Specialists, understand regional challenges and ensure the team has the support it needs.
Helping shape the longer-term strategy, structure and capability of the Product Specialist function as Halter continues to grow.
Proven experience leading, coaching or developing high-performing teams, ideally in agriculture, agritech, technology or a related industry.
Strong agricultural knowledge and practical farming experience, with a genuine understanding of Australian farming systems, livestock management and the challenges farmers face.
A natural people leader who genuinely enjoys developing others, providing feedback and helping teams succeed.
Strong technical curiosity and the ability to understand complex products, systems and technologies.
Experience working cross-functionally and building strong relationships with different teams and stakeholders.
The ability to think strategically, identify opportunities for improvement and turn ideas into action.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical or operational information into clear, actionable insights.
Comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy, making decisions and navigating ambiguity in a fast-moving environment.
A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving and a willingness to jump in and support the team when needed.
Experience improving processes, building team capability and creating structure in a growing business.
A genuine passion for agriculture, technology and helping shape the future of farming.
Willingness to travel regularly across Australia, with occasional international travel as required.
Above all, we're looking for someone who cares deeply about their people, takes ownership and knows how to get things done.
Halter is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace — a place where we can each be ourselves and do the best work of our lives. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and under-represented groups of candidates tend to only apply when they meet every requirement. If you think you have what it takes but don’t necessarily tick every requirement on this job description, please still get in touch and apply to Halter. We’d love to chat to see if you’ll be an epic fit!
If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply below by sending through your cover letter explaining why you’re excited about this role and working at Halter, along with your CV, and we’ll be in touch!
Please also feel free to check out the careers page for more information on working at Halter and don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn & Instagram.
Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful, helping farmers improve their livelihoods, spend more time with their families, and build more sustainable operations.
Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse, kind, and driven people who push each other to do their best work. You'll be thrown into the deep end, tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems.
You'll grow here. Autonomy, mastery, and learning define how we work. You'll have the freedom to work on interesting problems, master new skills, and continuously develop yourself, both through your role and our personal growth fund.
This isn't easy, and we love that it's hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast, take bold bets, and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: "Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship, but it's an epic journey to be a part of!"