Pros and Cons of working for a Global Energy Company - Programmer Director Shell Employee Review

4.0
17 Jul 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Global opportunities with wide scope of roles and opportunities to progress. Lots of competition to get into the company but this translates into working with colleagues who are typically well educated, motivated and experienced. Lots of varied opportunities for overseas postings - both short and long term and the company looks after expat staff very well

Cons

Too much bureaucracy which slows progress down in a company that requires and demands speed. Staff evaluation process is archaic and formulaic which makes identifying and rewarding contributions a challenge - for both staff and line managers.

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5.0
3 Mar 2026
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Pros

Good pay, work life balance, and benefits

Cons

Boom and bust cycles with oil price

4.0
3 Jul 2026
Recommend
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Pros

- Outstanding operator training - World-class safety culture - Opportunities to learn different units - Career mobility - Competitive compensation

Cons

Decision-making can be slow Extensive procedures and paperwork Large corporate structure Highly competitive advancement

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