Head of Product Development
Full Time | Agricultural Machinery | Lead Product Innovation
Location: Coolamon, NSW 2701
The Position
Lead product innovation for a business that's building the future of Australian farming equipment.
We’re looking for a Head of Product Development to lead our engineering and design function — taking our products from concept through to commercialisation.
This is a genuine leadership opportunity to shape the future of our product range, working closely with Sales, Manufacturing, Procurement and Service to deliver commercially successful, farmer-focused solutions.
About Us
Coolamon is a proud family-owned Australian agricultural manufacturer, known for producing industry-leading chaser bins, spreaders and equipment that farmers rely on every harvest.
Known for quality, durability and performance, Coolamon machinery can be found on farms across Australia. We continue to grow and innovate our products and processes to ensure our machines support Australian farmers where it matters most.
What You’ll Do
Reporting to the General Manager and leading a team of engineers and designers, you'll own the end-to-end product development strategy — from market insight and concept design through to prototyping, testing, validation and production release.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Setting and driving Coolamon's product development strategy in line with business goals
- Leading products through their full lifecycle — concept, prototyping, testing, validation, release
- Turning farmer and dealer feedback into real product improvements and new concepts
- Ensuring every design meets Australian Standards, safety regulations and engineering best practice
- Overseeing CAD design, engineering documentation, BOMs and change management
- Driving cost optimisation through value engineering and design-for-manufacture
- Managing prototype builds and field testing programs
- Continuously improving existing products for reliability, durability and performance
- Owning product roadmaps and project timelines
- Managing the engineering budget and resourcing
- Mentoring and developing your engineering and design team
- Coordinating cross-functionally for smooth, on-time product launches
What We’re Looking For
You're a hands-on engineering leader who's just as comfortable setting strategy as you are getting into the detail of a design review.
Ideally, you’ll bring:
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in agricultural machinery or heavy manufacturing product development
- Proven leadership experience managing engineering or product teams
- Strong command of CAD systems and engineering documentation processes
- Solid project and product lifecycle management experience
- Commercial acumen — you understand cost structures and margins
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration package with rewarding sales commission
- Fully maintained work vehicle
- Phone and laptop provided
- Flexibility and autonomy to manage your territory
- The opportunity to represent quality Australian-made agricultural machinery
- Full support from the General Manager and wider Coolamon team
- Ongoing training and development
- Career growth within a growing Australian business
- Supportive team culture and a strong industry reputation
Apply Today!
You'll have real autonomy to lead the product development function, direct influence over strategic outcomes, and the chance to see your work make a tangible difference for farmers across Australia.
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, take pride in what you build and be part of the Coolamon team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume to hr@coolamon.com.au
