I find it interesting and revealing that although XOM has begun layoffs, it's the CVX employees that seem to be doing a far greater amount of sniveling and complaining. I guess that is a reflection of the people CVX hires. COP is laying off and their... — read more 

We are going to get to apply to 4 positions. Of the positions available is there a limit on the number of employees that can apply? For example, if there is some generic job in GOMBU for a reservoir engineer can an unlimited number of employees apply... — read more 

Seems like if CVX gave employees more freedom to challenge norms and be creative (rather than following a play book) the company would be better off. "Shut up and fall in line" seems to be the mantra for keeping your job at CVX.

We don't envy you. You have a gargantuan challenge in your hands. But it was your doing that you have to undo! Good luck in that. But don't mess it up further. First of all, don't cut or eliminate the 8% 401k match. And don't cut or eliminate the... — read more 

Driving season comes to close CVX 3rd quarter will be truly telling.

TORONTO (AP) -- The Supreme Court of Canada on Friday dismissed an attempt by oil giant Chevron to block Ecuadorian villagers from using an Ontario court to collect billions in damages over rainforest pollution. The 7-0 ruling allows the case to... — read more 

It is good to be aware of what is coming. Right now, there is a lot of complacency there.

This has finally come to a head and the money in on the plaintiff to win and take Chevrons assets. We have spent well over 2 billion to keep this out of court and lost. Rolling Stone had an interesting read on this case and Chevrons tactics. This is... — read more 

http://www.forbes.com/sites/timtreadgold/2015/09/04/chevron-coughs-up-cash-to-keep-workers-quiet-at-its-gorgon-lng-project/

Employers announced 41,186 layoffs last month. While the tally ticked down on a month-to-month basis, the figure represented a 2.9% increase in job reductions from the same period last year. August marked the seventh month this year during which... — read more 

Pat Yarrington inadvertently admitted to reporters today, the company is weighing the prospect of selling its midstream pipeline business. Chevron has been in talks with KinderMorgan for the last 2 months. Details of the ongoing discussions were not... — read more 

I've got marketable skills, 15 years, and a 2- last year due to conflict with people who matter. Already started interviewing with other companies. Will they let me go, or will they keep me around to see how long it takes me to quit? Any advice on... — read more 

So I heard that ETC has not closed its contract with the pool universities to bring on board the new grads that were offered positions a year ago. We are in the middle of the crisis yet Chevron cant shut down to its friends. How can they let go 15... — read more 

THIS IS AN IMFORMATIVE REPOST.....Thanks for the positive replies. Now is that so hard. Chevron should cut and paste that post...get someone with better writing skills than myself and send it out! How fing ignorant can you be to not even explain... — read more 

Nigeria, Argentina, Brazil, Thailand, Indonesia, elsewhere in Asia, let's hear about your RIFs.

But in pure dollar terms, companies will get more bang for the buck by cutting the steeper salaries that come with upper management, said Gheit. Given that many senior positions in the energy industry are held by those near, or at, retirement age... — read more 

Guys, I am looking at options here as I'll likely be canned very soon. What are your thoughts about Exxon (in general)

An easy way to save money would be to cut executive compensation Name/Title 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Key Executive Compensation 47,805,470 71,719,430 75,305,606 54,613,220 62,267,466 John S. Watson/Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer... — read more 

Now the rest of the story. XOM did the negotiations as union did not trust Chevron. Bizarre to see that happen. And a horrible sign moving forward. Also we were told that 25% reduction for Chevron employees in Gorgon, Wheatstone and Perth will happen... — read more 

A reliable contact here at San Ramon told me the corporation is considering reducing the company's 401k matching contribution from 8% to 2%, effective January 2016, in favor of continuing to pay the current dividend for two more years through... — read more 

We all knew Oil is not a forever thing!!!!!! The cream will rise and the rest will be let go. Accpet it we were over paid for what we did anyway!! I hope you guys saved!!

An article published today quoting well-known industry analyst Fadel Gheit of Oppenheimer has some tough words for Chevron. He says that the announced layoff numbers are only the "tip of the iceberg". He also points out that Chevron is "the most... — read more 

Wafra still shutdown. Most expats gone or leaving soon. Chevron still paying some people expat premium to sit in Houston. Won't be easy for displaced expats to find work in other areas due to global slowdown.

Will there be Fall or Spring PDC?

Chevron is not very good at communicating. Every BU/project/function will see a 25% cut via a ROM in 6 months. Everyone....no exceptions. There will be no fall or spring PDC. Actually no planned PDC for 2016 and 2017 as round two of this ROM is... — read more 

Could people in different parts of the globe update us fellow Chevroids? Angola, Venezuela, Nigeria, thailand, Indonesia, Australia, Kazakstan, Kuwait, UK, Norway, Russia, China, Canada, Singapore? My apologies if I have left out any... Share with us... — read more 

I thought we were to receive a package with information about COBRA, severance etc plus documents to sign. I have contacted my HRBP who has not bothered to respond to emails or phone calls, and also called the 1-888 call HR line who told me to talk... — read more 

Keep your chin up

https://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/wa/a/29400546/jobs-to-go-in-chevron-cull/

What is the outcome? Anyone know?

Thoughts on why they are not being offered by Chevron? Surely this would take care of at least an additional 10-15%. Possibly more.

Let me say this upfront. My wife works for Roenthal Collins Group and has worked in the Energy Commodity Futures Market. So the following are excerpts from an email she sent me last night on the rise of WTI price and importance of this price on... — read more 

For those who have begun the ROM process is there a checkbox for Left Standing. Also exactly what does Left Standing mean? I am interested in requesting the opportunity to be Layed Off/Retire.

When will the new Org Chart for CABGOC be posted?