Good pay ...horrible work life balance and culture - Chemical Process Operator Shell Employee Review

3.0
20 June 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

good pay plenty of overtime willing to teach you your job good company if your not an operator and want to move up great shell is in a great position for economy needs

Cons

low 401k contribution unless you been there for 10 years is a union plant ... so be prepare for strike when ever contract time comes arounds no work life balance horrible work culture at olefins unit horrible when trying to take off of work must take 3 days off if you need one sick day off and dont get paid for the first day must schedule vacation 1 year in advance or you might not get it ( plant needs come before your life) promote safety ... just promote unable to transition to a new role unless you know someone I was told your hired for a role and your going to stay in that role

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
3 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Early career engineers are given significant ownership and exposure to complex operational challenges. Strong focus on safety, technical development, and collaboration across disciplines. Opportunities to work on high-impact projects, interact with senior leadership, and contribute to decisions affecting major assets and infrastructure.

Cons

Workloads can be demanding, and priorities can shift quickly based on operational needs. Decision-making processes can be slow due to organizational complexity, and geographic mobility may be necessary for certain career opportunities.

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