Crude Oil Trader
Crude Oil Trader
Location: Calgary Head Office
Job status: Full Time Permanent
Department: Marketing and Trading
Is this position safety sensitive: No
For more information, visit www.gibsonenergy.com
At Gibson, we believe our competitive advantage lies in the strength and talents of our employees. That means connecting our employees to rewarding careers, building a high-performance culture where collaboration and creativity are rewarded, and providing real growth opportunities for employees to take on new challenges.
The Role
Reporting to the Manager, Crude Oil Trading the successful candidate will play a key role in integrating and growing Gibson Energy’s Canadian Supply & Trading business while supporting the company’s expanding infrastructure platform.
This role is suited to trader with strong Canadian crude oil market knowledge and industry relationships. The successful candidate will be accountable for generating earnings while managing portfolio risk within established corporate guidelines and contributing to the strategic growth of Canadian Infrastructure.
Why This Role Matters
This is an opportunity for a high-performing commercial professional who wants to make a measurable impact in a business where market insight, disciplined execution, and strong relationships directly create value.
At Gibson Energy, you will be part of a focused North American liquids infrastructure company with strategically located assets, strong customer connectivity, and a performance-driven culture built on safety, accountability, collaboration, and an ownership mindset.
We are looking for someone who is energized by dynamic markets, confident making decisions, and motivated to help grow a trading business that connects customers to key energy markets safely, reliably, and efficiently.
What You'll Do
- Execute and manage crude oil purchases, sales, and exchanges across physical and financial markets.
- Develop and implement trading strategies (daily, monthly, and long-term) aligned to market conditions and corporate objectives.
- Integrate and profitably grow the Canadian trading portfolio in strategically aligned markets.
- Maintain deep market knowledge of North American crude oil fundamentals and market dynamics.
- Collaborate with Sales Origination, Lease Purchasing, Logistics, Business Development and Fundamentals teams to support commercial opportunities.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with internal credit and risk management policies.
- Track and report inventory positions accurately to Risk Management teams
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key market counterparties.
- Coordinate with Logistics and Accounting to deliver accurate monthly P&L reporting.
- Support month-end close processes and reporting requirements.
- Conduct ad hoc analysis to support trading decisions and business insights.
- Demonstrates a personal commitment and proactive approach to Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) through participation in all applicable EH&S programs and ensures safe operation of the branch, team or unit and compliance with all Company EH&S policies and procedures.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
What You'll Bring to the Role
- University degree in a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of industry experience and expertise.
- 10+ years of experience in crude oil trading, or a related commercial function.
- Deep understanding of North American physical crude markets, including key hubs such as Permian, Cushing, and the U.S. Gulf Coast.
- Proven ability to generate earnings while managing portfolio risk within established guidelines.
- Strong commercial acumen, analytical capability, decision-making judgment, and communication skills.
- Ability to respond quickly to changing market conditions and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-directed, accountable, and able to contribute effectively within a high-performing team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Working Conditions
- The majority of work is performed in an office environment.
- This job is subject to background checks as outlined in Gibson Energy’s Background Checks policy. Background checks may include: employment history verification, reference checks, education and/or credentials verification, credit check and a criminal history check.
Why You’ll Love Working at Gibson
For over 70 years, Gibson has been defined by our people — those who seize opportunities and make exceptional customer service a part of everything we do. Working at Gibson is an opportunity to be part of a place where employees feel valued, supported and motivated to do their best work. Here’s what sets us apart:
- A competitive Total Rewards package that truly values your contributions.
- Employer contributions to your DC Pension because we believe in your future.
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision benefits, with industry leading coverage for mental health and family planning — ensuring you and your loved ones thrive.
- Generous time off to rest, recharge and live life to the fullest.
- An incredible work environment and culture where your career development and advancement are prioritized every step of the way.
Gibson Energy Inc. (“Gibson” or the “Company”) is a diversified North American energy infrastructure company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. They have significant terminal assets, including 25 million barrels of storage and over 300 miles (500 kilometres) of crude pipelines across North America. The company has been providing market access to the oil and gas industry for over 70 years and is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:GEI) with a market capitalization of approximately $4 billion.
Gibson Energy operates through two main segments:
- Infrastructure: This includes terminals, marine loading, rail loading and unloading facilities, gathering pipelines, a diluent recovery unit, and a crude oil processing facility. Key facilities within this segment include the Hardisty, Edmonton, and Ingleside Terminals, as well as gathering pipelines in the United States and a crude oil processing facility in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
- Marketing: This involves the purchasing, selling, storing, and optimizing of hydrocarbon products.
Gibson Energy has a strong presence in the United States, due to the acquisition of the Gateway Terminal in Ingleside, Texas. This terminal is a world-class liquids terminal and export facility with very large crude carrier (VLCC) capabilities and direct pipeline connections to key basins like the Permian and Eagle Ford. The acquisition strengthens Gibson's cash flow with over 95% of the revenue under take-or-pay contracts with high-quality counterparties.
Our Values, The Gibson Way
The Gibson Way is how we succeed together. We believe in the power of both ‘We’ (collectively working together) and “I” (contributing individually) to achieve our shared goals.
The ‘We & I’ play a very important role in our success!
- Contribute & Add Value Everyday
- Keep Our Edge & Be Resilient
- Stay Focused & Open-Minded
- Work it Out & Do it Together
This is what we are all about and we encourage you to learn more! Click Here: The Gibson Way
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