Refinery Planner

3 weeks ago

Edmonton AB, Edmonton Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada Trindent Consulting Full-time

Opportunity

We have opportunities for Refinery Planners with strong experience in LP modelling, refinery economics, and crude optimization to support high-impact engagements across downstream oil & gas operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop short- and medium-term refinery plans aligned to crude supply, unit constraints, and product demand, execute and maintain LP models (Aspen PIMS / GRTMPS or equivalent), perform scenario and sensitivity analysis, drive Gross Refining Margin (GRM) maximization.
  • Evaluate crude slates and opportunity crudes, conduct crude blending and assay analysis, support trading teams with crude valuation.
  • Analyze GRM, product cracks, and margin drivers, conduct Plan vs Actual analysis, build financial models (NPV, IRR), prepare management reporting.
  • Collaborate with trading, operations, scheduling, and finance teams to support integrated decision-making.
  • Support crude scheduling and tank farm operations, optimize inventory and logistics.
  • Improve and possibly build LP models, support data validation and digitalization initiatives.

Key Skills & Experience

  • LP modelling tools (PIMS, GRTMPS)
  • Refinery economics and optimization
  • Strong understanding of refining processes (distillation, conversion, blending)
  • Crude and feedstock evaluation
  • Production planning and scheduling systems
  • Scenario and sensitivity analysis
  • Strong data analytics (Excel, VBA)
  • Data validation and digitalization
  • Market awareness (crude/products, margin drivers)
  • Cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder management.

Qualifications

Degree in Chemical or Petroleum Engineering, 1–10+ years' experience depending on level.

Work Location & Flexibility

Permanent and contract roles available. Onsite (client‐facing) and remote opportunities. Travel requirements may range from 25% to 75% depending on project needs.

What You Will Gain

  • Work on complex refinery optimization projects.
  • Join a fast‐growing, dynamic environment.
  • Exposure to diverse projects and clients across Canada and possibly US.
  • We measure our success by our clients' results.