Hi all. Been reading this forum while interviewing with Aramco and obviously the situation doesn’t look very promising. But I wanted to ask anyway even if to confirm my negative bias. I’m in my early 30s, married, no kids. I live and work in Europe... — read more 

It amazes me that another year has gone by in this place….Certainly took a lot out on me…

Word has it that from Dec those not already claiming will be barred from entering EAP for OOK. Let’s hope the VP get cold feet.

I am told verbally, that in my area this cannot now happen owing to 'costs' and saudization. Even after 6 years in the same Grade Code... Anyone have any news I am missing out on, or should I get that resignation letter sent asap?

Meeting with boss gets moved twice, then cancelled. Then receive at WhatsApp that's its been moved and everyone is waiting for you...to...turn...up. WTF is this place. This happens every few weeks, I have tried to train the primates on how to... — read more 

Anyone taken this up? It’s being rammed down our throats by management and I smell a rat. Thoughts?

Selling off and laying off in Europe and Americas. Why did Aramco invest in this? At the end of the day its all the same Saudi bank account but not a good look.

Beware of the false promises made by these unethical bunch. They continue to employ bait and switch tactics, the promises made do not align with the actual contract that gets offered… never accept anything verbally, always seek in writing the... — read more 

A few years ago I up and left Aramco due to personal reasons. I didn’t go through that formal process of leaving. I had to get out quick (home situation). I’ve just been approached by a recruiter who I guess has not joined the dots. Is there any... — read more 

Summary below and I encourage people to think carefully before applying: punitive approach: managers overreact to minor mistakes, pushing them harshly. Fear runs rampant. hostility: bullying, gossip, cliques are widespread and allowed. Leaders... — read more 

News coming in of expat layoffs across the company.

Some say its the worst place west of the Nile, others some kind of Mecca. Who is right? From what I have seen it's a tribal, backwards atmosphere run almost exclusively by people that are from the right caste. There's no accountability for... — read more 

Any layoffs, RIF's or slowdowns associated with the NEOM projects? What's the new term, 'The Line'?

It’s only a matter of time before the house of cards falls. Who will take the blame now the expats are gone? They could start asking questions on how the CEO has a net worth of almost a billion…

Bad news for expats? Layoffs coming?

Can anyone in HR give some insights into whether there is a plan to relax the 185 day rule for spouses (as they did during the pandemic)?

How long before this starts to hit home. I’ve got that “go bag” ready.

Hi, I was offered around 70 to 80K base salary and the grade code was 12. Could you advise if this amount is normal or good package? My experience is about 10 years by the way.

I have been offered GC13 with 125k base and 250K overall package as Engineer in R&DC. Is it worth the move? I have 15 years of experience.

So, what does June bring us?

An excuse for locals to go on shopping and suspect trips to western capitals or a master class in doing what is right. You decide.

Desperate times indeed, the company is being driven into the wall… https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/saudi-aramco-considers-asset-sales-free-up-funds-sources-say-2025-05-23/

Some VERY bad news around the corner, hold on to your hats (or should that be towels).

As someone else has mentioned here there are currently a lot of communication-type roles being advertised at Aramco via LinkedIn. I've not seen much about that department on here, except it being called a waste of space, huge, and some bits about... — read more 

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/oil-producer-apa-cuts-15-140928798.html Usually, the US and European IOCs (XOM, CVX, BHP) start laying off employees before NOCs (including Aramco) do. With tariffs/counter tariffs and sanctions on the rise, the... — read more 

This is by FAAAAR the most unprofessional place I have ever worked in. At least a circus is fine, this here is just painful and regretful. When the manager finally becomes director (sic) after 30yrs, you get an insane, lazy egomaniac who, in other... — read more 

I think it’s getting progressively worse for expats at aramco. I really do feel the sense of insecurity and the “them and us” approach from management has hit new heights. I’ve noticed almost everything I suggest is completely ignored. Personally my... — read more 

Offer for Senior IT Analyst Base $85,380 Overbase: 40.0% $34,152 Benefits Supplement: 20.0% $17,076 Regular Earnings: $136,608 Target Bonus 15.0% $11,807 Annual Travel Allowances: $3,732 TOTAL: $152,147 This is about 25% less than my current... — read more 

So, what does March bring us…

When healing from a death in the family, a person is dealing with many emotions. We are learning that many expats have experienced difficulties when working with Personnel to approve leave that is outlined in the company HR manual. Primarily... — read more 

Some bosses, Saudi and Expat, are much worse than others. I learned how much top management values a team by seeing what kind of leader they assign to lead it. There are truly toxic bosses at Aramco that have been around for a long time. Everybody... — read more 

U.S. citizen considering an opportunity with Saudi Aramco. Have never lived overseas and looking for perspective on what it's like working expat? How is compensation? What it like living and working on a compound ? For those who have done it would... — read more 

Trump has okayed building the Keystone Pipeline. Trump has okayed drilling on Federal US lands & waters. Trump will end the Russia v Ukraine war and Russia will turn their production back on. And Trump will tell MBS to lower Aramco's prices. ... — read more 

Just wanted to leave a post for people who feel that they have to take a job at Aramco because it is their only opportunity. That happened to me. Let me explain. I was living in an area that was not doing well economically when I got downsized. I... — read more 

This is a true story of an Expat who, for all I know, may still be at Aramco. I worked around him the entire time I was at the company. His story is far from unique. You could probably copy -> paste it onto dozens of "successful" Expats at Aramco... — read more 

TheLayoff need to start banning Aramco IPs from this site. The sad local goons can’t accept the truth so have resorted to filling it with nonsensical, adolescent insults and slurs. These people have no ability to present a reasoned counter... — read more 

There is a long list of Aramco's failed investments over the years. Let's start with Chemicals: Sadara, Petro Rabigh, Rapid and there are more coming. Wall Street research suggests that Aramco will be lucky to get their money back from these over 20... — read more