ABOUT TRINDENT

Trindent Consulting is a global management consulting firm that specializes in technical augmentation in the energy sector, specifically downstream oil & gas and large energy users. We are a profit improvement firm, first and foremost. We’ve helped over 100 clients achieve significant financial benefits that yield between 500–1500% return-on-investment within the 1st year – and we’ve done that without capital investments or software changes of any kind. Established in 2008, Trindent Consulting has quickly garnered a reputation as a firm that Makes It Happen™. We are ranked as one of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by Canadian Business and GROWTH 500 for 7 years in a row and named one of the Fastest-Growing Consulting Firms by Consulting Magazine in 2015 through 2020. Trindent Consulting specializes in process engineering & optimization. Without capital investment we create actionable ways to sustainably increase refinery margins by 2–3%. Refineries are extraordinarily complex businesses. Trindent specializes in several ultra-high value niches within refineries where tens of millions of dollars in performance improvement may be captured in the short-term. Underpinned by data analytics, industry know-how, and technical experience; Trindent has implemented improvement engagements in over 40 refineries globally. BUSINESS EXPANSION

Our Value Chain Optimization (VCO) practice is expanding globally. As part of this dynamic growth, we are building a strong pipeline of talent to support upcoming projects. While opportunities are not immediate, we are actively engaging with experienced professionals to identify qualified engineers in advance of client demand. We are gearing up for 20-25% growth and we hope you will join us on this journey! We are open to discussing opportunities for permanent and contract roles, as well as roles that have 25%, 50% & 75% travel. In Canada, we are specifically interested in hiring via 2 hubs; Sarnia & Edmonton. THE 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

Refinery Planning & Optimization 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.

Crude & Feedstock Evaluation Evaluate crude slates and opportunity crudes, conduct crude blending and assay analysis, support trading teams with crude valuation.

Economic Analysis & Reporting Analyze GRM, product cracks, and margin drivers, conduct Plan vs Actual analysis, build financial models (NPV, IRR), prepare management reporting.

Cross-Functional Integration Collaborate with trading, operations, scheduling, and finance teams to support integrated decision-making.

Scheduling & Inventory Support crude scheduling and tank farm operations, optimize inventory and logistics.

Model Development 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.

Join us and Make It Happen!