So what happened to the SLB Frac hands? Are they now wearing a Liberty uniform? I see some liberty guys on a comstock pad in Louisiana with SLB pumps

I was laid off after complaining about harassment. I did not know about retaliation. I missed the deadline. What are my options?

You are entitled to be treated like a human being and not an emotionless robot who is expected to do the work of three people within regular work hours while losing benefits and receiving no pay increase. If you are not looking for a new job already... — read more 

Couple of people who I know are overdue for their watches (7 months and more). They keep being fobbed off when they ask for a presentation date. What is happening........ rumour had it that this perk for faithful service has been dumped. I assume, if... — read more 

There is chatter in SL of having a union represent them due to low wages, declining benefits and poor management.

Biggest mistake was not leaving sooner. I probably lost a decade of experience and opportunity outside. If you are not happy, make the leap. The world outside is much much better. More pay, benefits, actually people oriented, profitable businesses... — read more 

How many people given different roles and how many are being made redundant. What kind of roles are being offered. Office staff safe as always?

chlumberger mostly laid off completely wrong people. They showed the door to people who now excel in other companies, and here they kept mostly mediocrities and bullies. Considering how capable and engaged people this company once had, they... — read more 

What will happen to the employees from the battery plant shutting at SHTC - will all employees be redundant or will at least some of them be moved to another location? I am also interested in your opinion on whether the closure of that plant was... — read more 

In fact, I’m wrong, they’re very effective when it comes to demoralizing employees. My personal opinion is that in this company only a bully can become a manager. What is also very interesting is that they treat the worst those who work the hardest... — read more 

I have never had less work to do. A few months back I finished everything I needed to finish in just a few hours and that’s it. Maybe it’s great for someone, but I’m pretty worried. Honestly, I prefer when I have a lot of work than situations like... — read more 

Is it even legal to lay off after filling harassment complain? I was forced to sign a resign paper

Houston and FMPC should get there ducks in a row. One says strongly recommends getting a vaccine so you will be safe and can go without a mask. FMPC says get the vaccine and you don’t have to wear a Mask if you don’t show proof you still do. This... — read more 

It's coming folks...

I know the question is too generalized and it all depends on the specific job you are looking for, but I wonder if you've noticed that it is now easier to find a new job in this industry than a few months ago?

Oil demand was at the beginning of a multi–year growth cycle and will reach pre–pandemic levels by 2022–end, top oilfield service provider Schlumberger's chief executive Olivier Le Peuch said on Friday, a quicker recovery than the one he predicted... — read more 

D&M announced today another 20% pay cut in Core and tier bonuses for field engineers. When will it stop!

Did management tell you to stop the chatter? Is there any hope for SLB? $26. How much have you lost?

I see a lot of negative posts on here about the Florence KY facility (FMPC). Is it really that bad? What are the causes? Management, culture, pay? Please provide feedback.

I’m convinced that the MI Florence, Kentucky facility is just a reality show in some far off land. The every day nonsense that takes place there boggles the mind. Management positions require a 50/50 combination of incompetence and ignorance and boy... — read more 

When is the PIP typically paid out?

Left blue for another company...gained more skill and growth, but oilfield never left my soul. Does Slb rehire?

Heard slb is starting to call back people and working overtime at the PDC shop in Houston. What’s the word about how everything is going

Will Slb be sold off in pieces to recover their debt? What will be sold after Frac North America? When to sell your stock?

I left Cameron as soon as Scumbrj bought us. Blind luck on timing but best move I ever made and am very happy. I stay in contact with my old Cameron buddies that are still there. They are miserable and it’s been a slow ride to career hell. ... — read more 

BP minimized oil exploration. Good luck big blue. Start packing. https://mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSKBN29U00C

Surprised no comments on the loss. https://www.energyvoice.com/oilandgas/293317/schlumberger-full-year-results-2020/

Has SLB corporate finally had it with the gross incompetence of management at the FMPC (Florence KY) facility? Poor metrics on all fronts may facilitate changes soon. Poor delivery, laughable quality and employee moral at all time lows. Time will... — read more 

What would be the best approach to be let go without burning bridges and securing the default severance package? Expat here so they would have to relocate me back to Europe as well. Any suggestions?

With everything that you hear slb in trouble for what plants or parts of the company will they sell or close?

In France (and elsewhere in the world) at the start of the COVID epidemic, schlumberger asked its employees to be voluntary to work at 80% in order to save on their salary and support the company in this difficult time ( sigh! ) ... Lot of people... — read more 

I worked in the financial hub as a contractor. They kept telling me they would discuss with the higher-ups about getting FTE "next time," again and again. I used to stay late for free and always ask for additional work thinking going above and... — read more 

Anybody who is harassed by SLB, please join the lawsuit.

https://www.texasobserver.org/metoo-schlumberger-oil-and-gas/ The Oil and Gas Industry Still Hasn’t Reckoned with #MeToo Groping. Catcalling. Crude texts. We spoke to women in the oil industry who say they faced s-xual harassment and... — read more