Halliburton
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3y ago · Feb 27, 2023
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3y ago · CO · 5 affected
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AI Layoff Impact Summary
AI-poweredHalliburton announced layoffs 3y ago (Feb 27, 2023), affecting 5 employees. WARN filings indicate 15 active notices. Low risk — company appears stable.
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Anyone getting 'restructuring' vibes lately?
Is it just me, or does the mood in the office feel off lately? I know we saw those few cuts in Colorado, but I feel like the 'do more with less' mantra is getting way more aggressive in my division. I’ve been hearing whispers about budget tightening for Q2, and the lack of communication from leadership is driving me up the wall. I’ve been with Halliburton for a few years now, and normally there’s a bit more transparency, but it feels like they’re just keeping us in the dark while they decide who’s essential and who’s not. Has anyone else noticed projects being quietly shelved or travel budgets being slashed to zero? Just trying to figure out if I should start dusting off the resume or if I’m just being paranoid. Would love to hear if other departments are feeling this pressure or if it’s just us.
Small batch cuts in CO – is this the start of something bigger?
Just saw the WARN notice for that small group let go in Colorado at the end of February. Five people isn't a massive corporate restructuring, but it always makes me nervous when the company starts trimming heads right after the quarterly dust settles. Are we thinking this is just performance-based pruning, or are they tightening the belt across the board before the next earnings call? My manager has been acting weirdly quiet during the last two 1-on-1s, and I’m starting to wonder if we’re about to see a wider headcount reduction. Any insight from those in the Denver office? I’m worried that this is just the tip of the iceberg and we’re going to see a slow bleed of layoffs throughout the spring.
Anyone else on edge about Q4/Q1?
With the way oil prices have been fluctuating and the general economic uncertainty, I'm really starting to worry about what the next couple of quarters will bring for Halliburton. I haven't seen any official announcements about layoffs, but the atmosphere feels... tense. People are quieter in meetings, and there's a general sense of people watching their backs. I know the industry is cyclical, but it feels different this time. Anyone else feeling this unease? Trying to figure out if it's just me or if the general mood reflects something concrete happening behind the scenes. Would be good to hear from others.
Hiring freeze rumors spreading?
Has anyone else noticed a significant slowdown in hiring across the board at Halliburton? I've been seeing fewer new requisitions posted, and some internal teams seem to have put a hold on filling open positions. It feels like budgets are tightening, and they might be bracing for some difficult decisions down the line. It's making me nervous about job security, even though there's been no official word. Just trying to gauge if this is a widespread feeling or if I'm overthinking things. Anyone else hearing whispers or seeing similar trends?
Anyone else feeling the budget squeeze?
Just wanted to throw this out there. I work in one of the support roles at H-Halliburton, not field ops. Lately, it feels like every penny is being scrutinized. My department's been told to hold off on any non-essential spending, which is fine, but then I heard rumors about some Q4 budget cuts being finalized soon. It's not outright layoffs being announced, but the vibe is definitely tense. People are being more cautious about taking PTO, and there's a general quietness about future projects or expansion plans. Feels like management is bracing for something. Anyone in similar roles or departments hearing anything concrete, or is this just the usual end-of-year budget tightening? Trying to gauge the general mood.
OTJ training slowdown?
Hey all, been with H-Halliburton for a few years now in the field services side, specifically in the Marcellus. Lately, it feels like the pace of new hires getting proper OTJ training has really slowed down. Usually, we'd have at least a couple of greenhorns on every crew rotation, but now it's like one every other month, if that. My supervisor's been pretty tight-lipped, just saying 'things are shifting.' Anyone else seeing this? I'm wondering if it's a sign of fewer projects coming up or maybe a strategic hiring pause before things pick back up. It's making it harder to get experienced guys promoted without that steady stream of new blood to learn the ropes. Curious what others are hearing or seeing in their regions.
Permian Basin Activity seems quieter than usual?
Hey everyone, been working in the Permian for a while now, and lately, things just feel… different. Not necessarily in a catastrophic way, but the pace seems dialed back. Fewer new frac fleets out here, fewer well completions happening compared to, say, this time last year. Even conversations with some of the crews and field supervisors hint at a bit more downtime than usual. It's not panic stations by any means, but the constant hum of activity has a slightly lower frequency. Curious if this is just a seasonal lull, or if others are seeing a more sustained slowdown in the field operations? Wondering if this is a precursor to anything bigger, or just the natural ebb and flow of the oil and gas cycle.
Anyone else notice a hiring freeze at H-Town?
Been trying to get into Halliburton for a couple of months now. Applied for several roles, got interviews for a couple, but things have really stalled out. Usually, after a second or third interview, I'd expect some kind of update, but it's been radio silence. My recruiter just says "we're still reviewing" which is the same generic line they've been giving for weeks. It feels like they've hit the brakes hard on hiring. Anyone else in the energy services space seeing this? Or is it specific to H-Town? Just trying to gauge if this is a company-wide thing or if I'm just getting the runaround. It's frustrating because I was really optimistic about these roles.
Interview Process Slowdown? What's Going On?
Applied for a couple of roles at H-Town a few weeks back. Normally, I'd expect some sort of initial screening or at least an automated rejection by now, but crickets. This is unusual, as I've interviewed with them before and the process was pretty streamlined. It's not just me though, a buddy of mine who's in HR mentioned their team has seen a significant drop in requisitions being opened and a general slowdown in approvals for new hires. Not sure if it's related to the recent market fluctuations or something specific to the energy sector right now. Anyone else go through the interview process recently and experience a similar delay? Trying to gauge if this is a company-wide hiring pause or if the roles I'm looking at are just highly competitive. Any insights from recruiters or hiring managers would be appreciated.
Quietly Cutting Back? Seeing Less Activity
Hey all, been with Halliburton for a few years now, and things feel... different. Not seeing any official announcements or mass exits, but the vibe around the office and in the field has shifted. My team's been stretched thin, and we're constantly juggling projects that used to have more hands. Feels like headcount isn't being replaced when people leave or move on. Heard some whispers about budget reviews and 'optimization' but nothing concrete. Anyone else picking up on this? Is it just my division, or is this a wider thing across the company? Wondering if this is a prelude to something bigger or just standard cyclical belt-tightening. Curious to hear what others are seeing or hearing, especially from different departments.
Contractors getting the axe?
Just heard through the grapevine that some of the temp/contract roles in Operations Support are being cut. No official word, of course, but a couple of guys I know who were on contract staffing just got their notice yesterday. They've been here for a while too, not just short-term gig workers. Makes you wonder if this is a precursor to anything bigger, or just a standard cost-saving move when budgets get tight. Anyone else in a similar boat or heard similar whispers? Seems like contractors are often the first ones to feel the pinch, but still, it's a bit unsettling to see.
Anyone else notice a hiring freeze?
Hey everyone, been with H-town for a few years now and usually things are pretty steady, even with the oil price rollercoaster. But lately, it feels like the brakes have been put on. My department's been trying to fill a couple of key roles for months now, and HR keeps saying 'no new hires at this time' or 'hiring paused'. Same goes for seeing new job postings pop up internally – way fewer than usual. It's making me a bit antsy, to be honest. Is this just a temporary thing or is anyone else seeing this across different divisions? Trying to gauge the general mood and see if it's just my little corner of the company or a wider trend.
Internal transfers drying up?
Anyone else who's been looking to move internally at Halliburton finding it way harder than usual? I've been trying to get a position in a different division for months now, and the postings are either disappearing quickly or just never seem to get filled. HR keeps saying 'hiring is proceeding normally,' but my applications aren't even getting acknowledged. I know a few people who were expecting internal moves to happen this quarter and those are now apparently on indefinite hold. It makes you wonder if they're quietly freezing internal mobility as well as external hiring, maybe as a cost-saving measure before anything more drastic happens. It’s frustrating because I’m trying to be proactive and stay within the company, but it feels like the doors are closing. Any insights or similar experiences would be appreciated. What's the strategy here?
Slowdown in the field? What's the vibe?
Hey everyone, feeling a bit antsy lately. Haven't heard any official word about layoffs or anything concrete, but the vibe on the ground feels... off. Seeing a lot more downtime between jobs than usual in my district. Some of the smaller service lines seem to be consolidating or just really quiet. My manager is being pretty tight-lipped, just saying 'we're being prudent with resources.' Anyone else in operations noticing a similar slowdown? Projects that were supposed to kick off are being pushed, and new equipment orders seem to be on hold. Trying not to panic, but it's hard not to connect the dots with the general market uncertainty. Just curious what others are seeing or hearing, especially in the field ops side of things. Is it just our region, or is this a company-wide thing? Curious about what’s happening beyond my immediate circle.
Hiring freeze rumors or is it just me?
I've been trying to get some visibility on open roles for a couple of potential candidates I know, and it's been crickets. Recruiters I've spoken to are being really vague, saying 'limited openings' or 'process is slow.' This is totally different from the usual pace. My department head also hinted that we should expect hiring to slow considerably for the next quarter or two. No official announcement, of course, but the signs are all there. Has anyone heard anything concrete, or is this just the usual cyclical slowdown in the industry? Trying to get a feel for the overall company health and future outlook from this.
Anyone else seeing projects get shelved or delayed at Halliburton?
Hey all, been with Hali for a few years now, mostly on the operations side. Lately, it feels like a lot of the bigger initiatives and even some routine projects my group was working on are being put on indefinite hold or significantly scaled back. Budgets seem tighter than usual, and there's a general sense of 'wait and see' from management. It's starting to impact our day-to-day and morale is definitely taking a hit. Just wondering if this is a widespread thing across the company or if it's localized to our sector/region. Feels like a precursor to something, but maybe I'm just being paranoid. Anyone else experiencing this? What are your thoughts?
My team's workload is insane - anyone else at Hali swamped?
Seriously, my team at Halliburton has been absolutely buried for weeks. Projects are piling up, deadlines are getting tighter, and it feels like we're constantly chasing our tails. We've lost a couple of people over the last quarter (not through layoffs, just people moving on), and management hasn't backfilled those positions. So now, the rest of us are picking up the slack, and it's starting to get really unsustainable. I'm seeing burnout levels rise, and people are starting to look pretty stressed. It's the kind of workload that feels like it *should* trigger some kind of action – either more hiring or a re-evaluation of priorities. But nothing seems to be happening. Is anyone else experiencing this kind of pressure cooker environment? Are other departments seeing similar things? It makes me wonder if the company is deliberately running lean, or if there's some disconnect between the workload and the resources being allocated. Just trying to see if this is a widespread issue or if my specific group is an outlier.
Ramp down in hiring for Hali - what's the vibe?
Been keeping an eye on the Halliburton careers page and LinkedIn, and it feels like things have significantly slowed down over the past couple of months. Used to see a decent number of postings across various departments, but now it's pretty sparse. I'm not hearing any official news about layoffs or major cutbacks, and the stock price hasn't been in freefall or anything dramatic. But the lack of new openings is making me a bit uneasy. Feels like a quiet before a storm, or maybe just a strategic pause in hiring? Has anyone else noticed this trend? Is it specific to certain divisions, or is it company-wide? Trying to gauge the general sentiment out there. If you're in operations, HR, or just generally plugged into the company, what's the word on the street? Is this just typical market fluctuation, or something more to be concerned about?
Recruiting seems slow for Hali roles. Anyone seeing this?
Been monitoring openings for Halliburton across a few different engineering disciplines for the last couple of months, and it feels like the pace has really slowed down. Usually, there's a steady stream of new positions posted, but lately, it's been pretty sparse. Even for roles that seem like they should be in demand. Wondering if this is indicative of hiring freezes or a general slowdown in the energy sector that's affecting Hali specifically. Have any of you applied recently or heard from recruiters? Curious if the job board activity reflects a broader company strategy or if it's just a temporary lull. It's making me a bit hesitant about my career trajectory there if hiring is drying up.
Anyone else feeling the pressure at Halliburton right now?
Hey all, been with Hali for a few years now and things have felt... weird lately. Not hearing any official whispers, but there's definitely a different vibe in the air. Projects seem to be getting scrutinized more, and there's a general sense of 'watch your back.' Seeing a lot of senior folks looking anxious, and the usual camaraderie feels a bit strained. Anyone else in Operations or a similar department noticing this? Trying to gauge if it's just my specific location/team or if it's a wider thing. Starting to think about updating my resume just in case, but really hoping it doesn't come to that. Just want to see what others are hearing or feeling.
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