#layoffs

Step 1: Slash MPT using the "ranking" system
Step 2: Close QP and layoff hundred
Step 3: Sell Kearl to Suncor

Goal: Shed pension risk based on the demographic curve before the majority vests.

NOTE: We are on Step 2 this week.

Clowns. Direction lost. more layoffs. poison culture. the yearly survey that doesn't mean a thing.

I was laid off unexpecting Oct 3, nice end of day email from director saying be in a quite place - business. After working the previous night until 2 AM on another engineer firewall work. Just to join a teams call at 930 with HR. After 20 + years just to tell me position eliminated. I would be paid until end of Oct and get a severance and cobra pay. Total Shock, fear and stress set in quickly that morning. To find out my team but 3 people were laid off with no notice. We were busy so very surprising.

After a few days I found it a blessing. A company that strides to do more with less. Pile up the workload, work days nights, early morning and global on-call. Assign you other engineer jobs with no pay, no training. The only thing I wish I did different take FTO more often then I did, but I cared about the customers the clients and wanted to help with projects. Everything TU doesn't stand for today.

I was lucky enough to find a new job with energy company two months after my layoff. Only because I was looking for a new job due to burnout. Lucky enough I got to bank my entire severance and cobra pay - 33 weeks plus that low annual bonus in 2024.

Found out I was under paid, TU with those 2% annual raises if you were lucky. Some of you don't get anything.

Two months, found a better job better salary, no after hour changes, no on-call, got a 15% bonus this year. Was always use to 3% at TU and thought that was good. Got a 5%

Opened a new Roth IRA, High Yield savings, paid off debt and bought into a DVC with that total severance package.

So for those who been with the company and are over 40, you will get extra pay for age discrimination.

Has anyone else had a business update today?

It's been very carefully worded not as redundancies in the update however colleagues in Germany reporting redundancies to the CI department

Just finished my layoff meet, good luck all.

I am not a manager and noticed a delivering displacement training added to my continuing education in DevelopYou. I didn’t add this and don’t have any directs… anyone else?? Am I on the list?

A company that specializes in the logistics surrounding medical equipment and products has filed official notices with Pennsylvania to reduce their work force in the coming days.

Owens & Minor Halyard, Inc, located at 500 Independence Avenue, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055, has filed a WARN notice with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.

https://tristatealert.com/cumberland-county-medical-distribution-center-to-layoff-75-jobs/

Critical roles are gone, and it’s a mystery how we’re supposed to get anything done.

So many attrition tactics are being thrown at us - relocations, PIPs, you name it - which makes it clear they want far more people gone than the 2,000 officially announced. And each one feels like a slow, painful grind, sometimes costly too, only to leave you jobless in the end. At least a layoff is quick, straightforward, and comes with some payout and benefits.

WashU has eliminated 316 staff positions and “closed 198 open and vacant positions” from the Danforth and Medical campuses and the Central Fiscal Unit (CFU), Chancellor Andrew Martin announced in a University-wide email addressed to faculty and staff on Tuesday afternoon.

https://www.studlife.com/news/2025/10/01/washu-announces-over-300-layoffs-and-cuts-to-almost-200-vacancies

we have discussed the last week, with the governments intention to cut funding again once the shut down is over that we will be laying off the following positions. This is not set in stone, it is only what will happen in the event that the government cuts funding again once the government opens up. Our sources have told us to plan for this.

The priority of layoffs will go to employees who have been there long term and should have moved out of that position by now(including team leads) but have not, it is to weed out employees that we can’t plan to continue to grow and prioritize employees that we can grow on less funding. Roughly half of the application support analyst positions, 1/3rd of developers/DBA’s/Devops, and nearly 3/4th of the scrums masters.

From what we have been told this morning, this will be the biggest layoff in the history of our time with the VA if President Trumps goes through with what advisors are suggesting.

Consulting Department laid off a few people, including Country Manager

Employees were told the layoffs were about redundancy and not being strategic enough. Sure, some low performers were cut. Plenty of solid, capable people were let go in HR, Marketing, and Sales all over the world. Meanwhile, the company SPENT A LOT on acquisitions and EXECUTIVE LEADERS WHO HAVEN'T DELIVERED. The people who actually kept things running were the ones who got cut. This isn't strategy, it's protecting LEADERSHIP and their image.

1,200 job cuts (~20% of the remaining workforce) announced yesterday at a European Forum meeting.
Head offices employees “offered”to move to production sites. Significant headcount reduction in GBCs at Prague (Czech Republic) and Budapest (Hungary), with jobs transferred to... Guess where? India, bingo.
This does not factor in possible sales/shutdown of chemical sites in the UK and Belgium.

https://www.theregister.com/2025/09/08/red_hatters_to_be_big/

Sep30 1pm UTC - Oct 4am UTC totals: 468 layoffs.
September totals (except Sep01): 6275 layoffs, and 861 additions.
Methodology and day-by-day breakdown is in comments.
This is a floor estimate, as many non-NA regions have layoffs with people still present in Slack and their access is fully cut with large delay.

Today, September 30th, Neogen Corporation laid off 200 employees without warning. There is no reason for this!

https://www.itweb.co.za/article/sa-cannot-shrug-off-ongoing-job-losses-in-global-tech-industry/KzQenqjyz3zMZd2r

Probably a lot more. They just rely on slopfarms that talk about one particular wave while ignoring all other data points.

Who saw that one coming? Ki-ling the golden goose is never good for longterm stability.

Has anyone witnessed any evidence of the layoffs?

what are you all harping at BH about, mundane work, restrooms full and ppl waiting .

no innovation, keeping lights on, getting the 2 % raises , even then GBS isnt doing great and there will be more Layoffs..

https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/avalanche-confirms-layoffs-and-studio-closure-after-halting-contraband-development

Avalanche didn't mention Contraband or Microsoft when announcing its restructuring plan. The company simply stated it has been impacted by "challenges to our business and the industry."

More layoffs happened

It was the night before Q4 and all through the house, workers are scared as a mouse.

STS has efficiency gains on the horizon with AI sanctioned as the Zion.

But In all seriousness. Cost cutting headwinds feels like Q4 is setting itself up as a repeat of the past few years.. hold onto your britches and to all a good night

Just to have an Idea of how many people Intel is laying off as it is not clear the exact number. I would start with one of my friend's org. The Oregon list is not updated yet so no idea how many laid off.

SLM/TLM | #employees | Date | location
Lisa/Kismet | 10 | july 15th | OR, USA

LRs coming soon in Nov (internal sources)

They seriously included this in emails about layoffs? I know nobody really bothers reading these anymore but they aren’t even trying anymore.

C'mon ATT. You've sent plenty of good people packing, yet somehow missed a significant number of freeloaders who haven't worked an honest day in years. Those Detractors bring down the performance of everyone around them, always complaining about a policy or a meeting or Visa workers or the current leadership. Profitability would increase by reducing the distraction of employees who clearly don't want to be here. We aren't short on headcount. We are short on employees who are willing to work. Build a better workforce.

Over the past several months, it’s clear the company has been consistently laying off employees — roughly the same number each month, almost like clockwork. While leadership has publicly acknowledged these reductions, there are a few things don’t fully add up.

Where’s the WARN Notice? So far, I haven’t found any WARN notice filings from our company — at either the federal or state level. This is unusual given the scope and repetition of the layoffs.

Why WARN Notices Matter
• Transparency: WARN notices are public and include specific details (locations, job roles, counts). Avoiding this filing prevents employees from having a full understanding of what’s happening.
• Rights & Pay: If WARN rules apply and weren’t followed, affected employees may be legally entitled to back pay and benefits for the 60-day notice period.
• Legal Risk: Staggering layoffs to avoid crossing the 50-person threshold may seem clever on paper, but courts can still view it as part of a broader layoff plan. That’s risky — for the company and for us.

200 Employees Terminated Per Month — For Two Years
Internal data and broader reporting indicate that roughly 200 employees have been leaving the company every month for the last two years. That adds up to 4,800+ departures.

Some of this may be natural attrition — but this figure closely matches reports of involuntary terminations, suggesting it’s not just people quitting on their own.

Additionally, the company rolled out a voluntary severance program — which about 600 employees accepted — under conditions that felt like “quit now or risk being laid off later.”

Meanwhile, many departments have been offshored, with knowledge transfer efforts happening in parallel.

What the DOL and Courts Say About “Voluntary” Severance
According to the U.S. Department of Labor:
“Voluntary departures, retirements, or resignations generally do not count, unless the employee departure is caused by the employer and qualifies as an employment loss.”

Source: DOL WARM Act FAQ
Regulations: 20 CFR: 693.3(f)

So if it was implied that employees were to “Take the package now or be on the next layoff list,”
That may legally count as a layoff, not a voluntary exit. And if those numbers weren’t included in WARN reporting? That’s a serious issue.

Staggered Layoffs = WARN Evasion?
Federal law also explicitly prohibits breaking up layoffs to avoid WARN thresholds. According to 20 CFR § 639.5(a)(2):

“An employer may not evade the purpose of the Act by staggering terminations… if they are part of a common layoff plan.”

If 200 employees are being terminated monthly — even across departments or locations — and no WARN notices are being filed, that strongly suggests a strategy designed to stay just under the legal reporting threshold.

For Reporters or Watchdogs Monitoring This Forum:
How has no one picked up this story?!?
This situation potentially involves:
• Thousands of U.S. terminations over 24 months
• A “voluntary” severance program used to disguise layoffs
• No public WARN filings (despite the scale)
• A clear pattern of offshoring and workforce consolidation
• Potential WARN Act non-compliance through structuring and timing.
• Oh and don’t forget the philanthropic award the company won a few years ago for committing to increasing local jobs in St.Louis by 10%.

Boulder County announced Monday that it has eliminated about 90 positions, including laying off 31 employees and cutting about 60 vacant positions, because of a budget deficit.

The Boulder County Housing Authority and Boulder County Public Health also plan to eliminate an as-yet-to-be determined number of positions, according to the county. Boulder County spokesperson Gloria Handyside said she’s not currently releasing a list of the eliminated positions. She added the county is offering a voluntary severance package between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1.

https://www.dailycamera.com/2025/09/29/boulder-county-layoffs-budget-deficit/

900 at Imperial Oil, but someone here mentioned a 20% headcount reduction at Exxon Canada besides IO. Does anyone know if a particular area is being targeted, or will the cuts be across the board?

Here it comes, reduction in force on PC side. Operations or STS getting a group in the next few weeks. executive leadership, cashed in their stocks!! Let’s get it started!

Predictions indicate that ExxonMobil may face significant layoffs in 2025 due to ongoing cost-cutting measures and restructuring efforts.

Context and Predictions

Recent discussions among employees and industry analysts suggest that ExxonMobil is preparing for substantial workforce reductions over the next few years. Concerns have been raised about the company's commitment to achieving $7 billion in structural cost savings, which may lead to layoffs across various departments and locations, including key operational areas in the United States and internationally.

Employee Sentiments

Many employees express anxiety about job security, citing a culture of increased micromanagement, turnover, and a push for higher productivity with fewer resources. There are indications that the company may continue to outsource jobs and reduce benefits, further contributing to a challenging work environment.

Financial Performance

While ExxonMobil reported strong financial results in the second quarter of 2025, including earnings of $7.1 billion, the company is also focusing on cost-saving strategies to maintain profitability amid fluctuating market conditions. This dual focus on financial performance and cost reduction may lead to difficult decisions regarding staffing levels.
ExxonMobil

In summary, while ExxonMobil's financial health appears robust, the combination of cost-cutting initiatives and employee concerns suggests that layoffs could be a significant aspect of the company's strategy moving forward into 2025. Employees and stakeholders are advised to stay informed about developments as the situation evolves.

I work as a third-party contractor with HCL, in US. Today, me and my colleague (third party contractor), have been told to be relieved in 30 days. This decision has come from CEO as a cost cutting measure.
News is, HCL is releasing all third party contractors, who are on H1 with 30 days notitce.

Layoffs happening at field camp today!!!
2 frac crews let go.

Mergee with a Private Equity Firm! That to me means lay off and draining what's left after the BP Subsea contact termination! We're all sc--wed!

Heard some folks are getting whacked starting tomorrow.

Ceremonies have started..

Has there been any layoffs and if so, what depts.?

A Message from Andy Obert: SVP Talent Acquisition

Team,

As you know well, the macroeconomic environment remains volatile and complex. As a result, we’ve reduced hiring across the company in line with our current revenue and our near-term growth aspirations.

Recruiting top talent remains a critical capability for long-term growth; however, we must take decisive action to realign Talent Acquisition’s capacity with Gartner’s current hiring plans.

As a result, we have made the decision to eliminate some roles in TA. Impacted associates will be notified today, 30 September.

I will be in touch later today once this process has been completed.

Today will be challenging for all of us. Thank you for being considerate and supportive of each other.

Andy