Application Guide

How to Apply for Project Manager - Brisbane

at Tomra

🏢 About Tomra

TOMRA is a global leader in advanced systems for resource recovery, enabling a circular, waste-minimized economy. In its TOMRA Food division, you'll help food processors automate sorting and grading, directly improving yield and sustainability. Working here means joining a purpose-driven tech company where your projects have a measurable environmental impact.

About This Role

As Project Manager, you'll own the full delivery of complex customer projects across Australia, from handover to final acceptance. You'll be the primary link between TOMRA and food processing customers, coordinating internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards. This remote role (Brisbane-based) is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives on customer success and operational excellence.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a virtual stand-up with internal engineering and supply chain teams, followed by a customer call to review project milestones and address concerns. Later, you could be updating project plans, managing a supplier issue, or preparing for an upcoming site visit. Expect a mix of remote coordination and occasional travel to customer sites across Australia.

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🎯 Who Tomra Is Looking For

  • Proven experience managing large-scale projects in food processing, manufacturing, construction, mining, utilities, infrastructure, or a related industrial sector.
  • Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build strong relationships and manage expectations across diverse stakeholders.
  • Comfortable working autonomously in a remote setting, navigating ambiguity, and driving results through collaboration rather than deep technical expertise.
  • Willingness to travel to customer sites across Australia, ideally located near a major Brisbane airport.

📝 Tips for Applying to Tomra

1

Highlight specific projects you've delivered in food processing, manufacturing, or heavy industry—quantify outcomes like budget, timeline, and customer satisfaction.

2

Emphasize your ability to work remotely and autonomously; give examples of how you've managed projects without constant supervision.

3

Show your customer-facing skills by describing how you've handled difficult stakeholders or turned around a challenging project.

4

Mention your proximity to Brisbane Airport and willingness to travel, as this is a key requirement for the role.

5

Use keywords from the job description such as 'contract ownership', 'project plans', 'resource requirements', and 'customer acceptance' to align your resume with TOMRA's expectations.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience delivering complex projects in food processing or a similar industrial sector, with concrete examples of success.', 'Your customer-first approach: how you build trust, manage expectations, and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.', 'Your ability to work autonomously and lead cross-functional teams remotely, especially in ambiguous situations.', "Your enthusiasm for TOMRA's mission in resource recovery and the circular economy, and why you want to contribute to their food division."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore TOMRA Food's product portfolio (e.g., sorting machines, grading systems) and understand how they help food processors improve yield and reduce waste.
  • → Research recent TOMRA projects or news in Australia, especially in food processing, to speak knowledgeably about their local impact.
  • → Understand TOMRA's overall mission in resource recovery and the circular economy, and be prepared to connect it to your role.
  • → Look into common challenges in food processing projects (e.g., seasonal constraints, hygiene regulations) to anticipate customer needs.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Tell us about a time you managed a project with significant scope changes or ambiguity—how did you keep it on track?
2 How do you ensure customer satisfaction when project deliverables are at risk? Provide a specific example.
3 Describe your experience coordinating suppliers, internal teams, and customers in a remote setting.
4 What do you know about TOMRA Food's sorting and grading solutions, and how would you manage a project involving this technology?
5 How do you handle contract negotiations and change orders with customers to protect both parties' interests?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing too much on technical expertise rather than project management and customer relationship skills—TOMRA values collaboration and delivery over deep technical knowledge.
  • Neglecting to mention remote work experience or willingness to travel; this role requires autonomy and mobility.
  • Using generic project management language without tying it to industrial or food processing contexts—show you understand the sector's unique demands.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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