Topics regarding layoffs at ExxonMobil Corp.

Topics regarding layoffs at ExxonMobil Corp.

PiPed Twice in 8 years--WTF

I came into ExxonMobil as an experienced hire about 8 years ago, before accepting the job, the hiring manager stated that the company was in the process of changing its toxic culture. Covid hit and everything went to He-l. I was unfamiliar with the... — read more 

Why Kearl must be sold

Unlike EMHC and the Permian, the company has not figured out how to replace locals at Kearl with engineers from the BTC. This is why Kearl must be sold and also was a big reason to sell Australia. Countries with strong worker protection laws beware!... — read more 

I got piped but at least for once I deserved it.

Ok I got nsi ed this year. I am a 27 year veteran of this place. I came with the mobil merger and did not know what to expect. I started in Upstream which was slightly dysfunctional. My downfall came when I was moved to downstream. I had performed... — read more 

Upstream Exploration begins to awaken

When the 2020 layoffs occurred, and DW & co gleefully neutered Exploration, it was glaringly obvious to the average employee that this gutting would have long term negative consequences. He we are in 2025, and (oh my! Our volumes are going to tank in... — read more 

Expat Era is Dead

For those who haven’t gotten the message the golden era of expat assignments is dead. Several friends returning to join me at EMHC and I am shocked to hear how much the expat program has declined. There is little to no financial incentive anymore. In... — read more 

CL28 + Technical = NSI

Funny how there was a time when people looked forward to CL promotions. Now it just guarantees your ranking will drop. Especially if you moves into a new rank group.

Worried about GP lack of projects

Several big projects coming online with GP staff demobilizing and nothing for them to do. Next year’s assessment is going to be a bloodbath for these GP people who have nothing to work on.

So many resognations

LinkedIn is full of resignations and I’ve seen people this week immediately pack up and walk out when told they were NSI. Is the #EXXODUS about to pick up again?

For Youngsters

Over my 42-year career in the oil and gas industry, I have been laid off 8 times... My advice to young graduates is to avoid this field and this company if you are looking for stability for yourself and your family. If you can deal with... — read more 

Pension

Pension is being assessed for elimination soon. Who has details?

How true is the rumor about the package for NREs?

I have been hearing a lot about a possible early retirement for nres. This is along with reductions in the workforce at the end of the year. I was ranked nsi this year and have not been given any dpc plan yet. I believe they are going to offer me... — read more 

PIP questions

1) Can the PIP be cut short (i.e 3 months to 1.5 months) and the employee terminated immediately if the manager feels that he/she isnt improving? 2) Can the PIP be extended? (i.e 3 months to 4 months) 3) Is the fixed year end bonus pro rated and... — read more 

EM/Overtime

A quesion for hourly people on this web site. Are you getting any overtime nowadays?

Exxon jobs

What is it like to work at Exxon? I often read discussions mentioning PIP, NILs, and similar topics. While I’m interested in pursuing a career with Exxon, I’m concerned about the possibility of a toxic work culture. Feedback seems to be very... — read more 

Age Discrimination Lawsuit

Anyone else seeing this at their workplace? You are protected under the law and you can sue your employer while still working there. • Verbal abuse: Derogatory comments, jokes, or insults about age, such as calling someone “too old” or... — read more 

Fire drill – who cares…

That fire drill today, for those who were there. Clearly showed the current state of the company: lack of direction, lack of care. Total lack of safety. Just do it for the checkmark. And then brag about on your performance review how well you did it... — read more 

Elements of PIP

Will my manager share anything about what’s on the PIP before I decide to do PIP or PIL?

Here you go Corporate....

You want to terminate people easily? Do a dr-g test. I work with a many addicts. Easy peasy. Start dr-g testing!!! Forget the bottom 10%... Even the hourly should be tested.

Reorg end of year?

If you watched the 3 DW videos on the internal homepage, the 2nd video sounded like we are in store for an enterprise wide overhaul to be announced by the end of the year?

What's up with pds timing this year?

What's going on the the pds timing this year? Normally everything g is orderly and timely. Why is HR taking so long to get everything done? We're going into August without guidance on mlrp which is holding g up delivery of results to many other... — read more 

Has everyone started their pip or dpc plan yet?

I have yet to recieve my dcp plan. My supervisor is dragging a-s getting it done. I contacted hr but I was told the supervisor would craft it up. The hr rep told me he was only there if I had any questions or concerns. Either exxon is purposely... — read more 

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