I see so many folks ki-ling themselves because they think that'll save them from being cut. It doesn't work like that, sadly. It'll just end up hurting you. You need to remember a job isn’t worth losing your health over. Stress doesn’t go away when... — read more
Next EOI Opportunity?
I've landed a job but honestly this is beyond horrible. I would have gotten close to a year in pay to find something else. Will there be EOIs next year?
Early impact of offshoring
One month in after the new org and we have had the most major IT reliability incidents in a month that we have ever had. LC is in way over his head. Network and security down and business can’t run. It’s all numbers to MN and things sounded good on... — read more
Too Bad
Too bad you thought that you actually had a career in the oil patch.
ABU 2nd Round - Lay Offs
If the first round was anything to go by, we can expect 50% cuts.
Civitas for sale
When will Chevron buy Civitas? Heard that the purchase is on the table after their lawsuit is resolved.
quick q
disclaimer: i am with the competitor and just lurking here. you know who we are as we are going thru major pains today. i am reading the articles that someone posted below but i also do not see any discussion about cuts on this site. now, maybe all... — read more
Media coverage, "Chevron Layoffs, last 24 hours
1 News Title: ‘Difficult decisions’: Chevron to layoff more than 500 employees in Houston following Hess merger Source: Click2Houston / KPRC2 Summary: Chevron expects to lay off 575 workers in Houston this fall as part of integration... — read more
Accelerating AI Innovation
Another MW fail initiative like transformation and digitization. Waste of time and money.
I dislike him, but he's not wrong
"Many of our largest tech companies have reaped the blessings of American freedom while building their factories in China, hiring workers in India and stashing profits in Ireland, you know that. All the while dismissing and even censoring their... — read more
Merger with Exxon down the road?
Seems we are aligning our culture to Exxon. I think this is a viable possibility. Talk me out of it please: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/converging-exxon-chevron-operations-could-spur-next-mega-merger-2025-07-24/
AI under CNE
Make it make sense
At this point, I’m just tired of all the cr-p
Not angry or frustrated, just tired. For years, I’ve worked here believing I was building toward something, at least some job security and a fair reward for hard work. Instead, with years still left before retirement, and too late to change career... — read more
CBD Town Hall
Thoughts?
Houston Hess employees to be laid off
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/news/chevron-to-lay-off-nearly-600-houston-workers-after-hess-acquisition/ar-AA1JagnG?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds
Abu townhall
These guys are nuts Positioning Australia to be the best - gtfo
What Do You Do When You Realize, You Are A Bad Person
Over the weekend, I found myself reflecting on a moment I wish I could undo. I saw, more clearly than ever, the harm I caused and it’s left me feeling like I am nowhere near the person I believed I was. Back in 2020, a longtime friend of mine lost... — read more
Where is the severance for wave 1?
Was supposed to be issued 7/22/2025 but was not 😠
August layoffs
What's the latest on that?
This is what is happening in our company
• Top 1%: Full-blown panic mode—clueless, insecure, clinging to their stock options like a life raft while faking vision with buzzwords and PowerPoints. • Top 10%: Burned out, steamrolled, and quietly wondering how long they can survive before... — read more
MFG Ops TH
Anyone else feel like we are being told the same thing over and over again?
This is not normal
If you’ve been telling yourself this is just how it is, please stop. There are companies that treat people with respect and value their time. You don’t have to settle for constant stress and zero recognition. You really do deserve more. Don’t let a... — read more
Jobs Posted the day after PDC
Just to show how fixed this whole re-org was in the first round, I saw five jobs I was qualified for posted the day after the PDC deadline at the Pasadena refinery. I called my rep and asked if I could apply, and he said no. It was past the deadline... — read more
SJV Leadership
Who do ya’ll think will end up? If I am the GM there are certain changes that should be made. Our O&M have never been more at odds with some of our leadership. They simply have to make a change.
There’ll always be cuts
Of course there will be more cuts. And then some more. And more after that. Get used to it. And get used to lying and evasion from “leadership”. OP: @a9+1k0hg3e1e This. We all just need to accept it.
Let's do a show of hands
Who wants to be laid off? I'll start: I do!
Do we still have a head of HSE?
With all of the recent incidents, she's been awfully quiet
714 Employees Given Severance
Received my letter and it shows at the end every position that was offered severance with PSG level and age. No surprise most of the ages were over 45. No age discrimination here.
Don't go to EAP otherwise you will get on the list to be laid off.
This happened to me. I had a lot of mental stress over this and I was let go.
Biodiesel plants layoffs
Layoffs of plant personnel is coming to a plant near you. November time frame. Everyone to reapply for their current positions. Many will be eliminated.
Texas Unemployment Benefits and Severance
Has anyone recently laid off in Texas talked to an attorney in regards to receiving unemployment and severance? I keep hearing mixed things and unsure. I was wondering before actually talking to an attorney.
Leadership refusing to deny more cuts coming in 2026 is telling
At this point the plan for additional 2026 cuts aren’t a secret, though nobody seems to know where they’ll be made. Leadership’s outright refusal to address the rumors one way or another tells you all you need to know about how out of touch and... — read more
Not doing too well today
Was unceremoniously laid off this round, having survived 15 years of re-orgs and changes. And it’s hitting hard. I loved my job, and loved my team (most of whom were also laid off). But I also know the Chevron of today is not the Chevron of... — read more
Things at Chevron feel off lately
Most people I talk to are nervous about more cuts coming and complain about the shift in culture. It almost feels like they’re trying to get people to quit. Leadership says the right things, but it’s clear the heavy lifting is left to the front line... — read more
Severance email Information
Just wondering, will the severance payment information email come from HR or from another email? I found something in my spam inbox but I’m worried about clicking it.
I'm getting tired
I'm still in the thick of job hunting and it’s wearing me down. I clock out just to start my second shift applying, updating resumes, and chasing leads. Most listings ask for everything under the sun but offer barely enough to live on. It’s getting... — read more
Check out that stock price!
Hess complete! Most successful reorg/layoff in history! And our stock?…> It’s almost like Wall Street doesn’t care! Good thing our entire company strategy is based on tap dancing for markets, and not actual performance! Totally worth incinerating... — read more