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Post by curious.expat on Dec 13, 2011 4:05:14 GMT
o Everyone,
My husband and I are currently in the process of deciding to accept a job offer from Saudi Aramco. We were very pleased with the orientation and those we have spoken to who have lived in Dhahran. I would really like to continue working in a professional position, but have read other posts that both spouses cannot receive work permits. Therefore, if we accept the job, I would be going on risk of attaining casual employment. I was hoping someone can provide me with advice on how to find, apply and attain casual employment once in Dhahran and how likely it is to happen. From other posts, it sounds like it could take more than 6 months to a year to receive a work permit. Is this realistic? Any details on the process and probability would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
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Post by vpainter on Dec 23, 2011 13:59:49 GMT
Yes, that is realistic. I will say it allows you time to get connected with the community prior to working and that is very helpful.
Go to HR once you arrive and apply for a job.
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Post by Julz62 on Dec 27, 2011 0:42:43 GMT
Curious.Expat I sent you a PM
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Post by henpecked on Dec 27, 2011 15:12:25 GMT
hi there Just a word of warning. Don't expect that everything will be fine andthat you are sure to get work, be prepared for that not to happen for you. Whether you are recruited as a casual depends on many things; these include current company policy, departmental policy and the atude of the department you may work in to casuals. You need to think carefully about whether you can be happy and fulfilled without work - as a worst case scenario. Some find work straight away, others don't ever find work, prepare for the worst and be happy if the best happens.  |
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Post by JaxFFMedic on Feb 11, 2012 16:18:20 GMT
Just to ask another question on this subject. My wife and I are still researching a huge change like this and have a lot of questions. I have found A LOT of help in the forums.
The basic idea I get from this post (and I could be wrong) is that the spouses mentions here have technical skills and aren't looking for sales jobs at the local Ikea.
My wife is a cosmetologist by profession. RIght now, she works her rear off being mommy and works on the weekend to make some spending $$$. Honestly, as long as she has things to do and she isn't concerned about working, she's said as much to me. However, are there opportunities like that in the compound for spouses if she wants to do something outside the home? If for no other reason than it is a good social outlet.
Thanks!
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Post by soverydeb on Feb 16, 2012 19:52:37 GMT
Are you in RT?? Can she cut and style hair well?? I'll be her first customer!! |
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Post by JaxFFMedic on Feb 17, 2012 18:29:56 GMT
She is a very good cosmetologist-However, I am sorry to say I am about a year away from even applying. I have some school I want to finish up here in Jacksonville, FL.
How does that work though, would she be allowed to do cosmetologist work in the Aramco Community? are there salons and barber shops for the Expats? are they staffed by local service providers?
My wife still has many concerns about making this choice, so I scour the forum for answers and if I can't find one or one that is fairly recent (something in 2001 might not be relevant now) then I ask. I want to be able to address as many of her concerns as I can.
Thanks for any help.
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Post by Carolina on Feb 17, 2012 20:45:44 GMT
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Some spouses have their gaes converted where they can run their own businesses i.e. hair cuttinng, massage etc.
Hope this helps.
Carolina
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Post by JaxFFMedic on Feb 17, 2012 21:06:48 GMT
It does! Thanks.
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Post by Twofeets on Feb 17, 2012 21:22:38 GMT
As a cosmetoligist she would probably be better off going that route, able to be her own boss and set her own schedule. If she came to RT she'd have plenty of work, and I assume the other camps would be similar.
Good luck
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Post by soverydeb on Feb 18, 2012 7:44:22 GMT
She would have to be her own boss...the "stylists" at the beauty salon are contract workers. :roll:
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Post by JaxFFMedic on Feb 18, 2012 16:26:03 GMT
She bosses me around pretty good, so I think her being her own boss would be just fine! I really appreciate all the good info I am getting from everyone on here. My wife is more on board with this every day, I just need to get enough to push her over the top. SOOOO, with that being said, if anyone has some of that good positive info PM it to me or post it here! I mean really, I will bring an A+ cosmetologist with me and we will all benefit! Thanks again! |
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Post by soverydeb on Feb 18, 2012 20:12:56 GMT
Just to put it as plainly as possible: If she is as good as you say, she will be turning away ladies (hopefully not ME!!), she'll be so busy!!
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Post by Richard S on Feb 20, 2012 15:44:03 GMT
Just an insight to spouse employment, I know of a spouse who was offered a training position but due to the government restrictions on the number of working spouse resident permits the offer was withdrawn....this however does not apply to the casual work which tends to be part time...
As many people have posted, on the camps there are many spouses who set up their own business from home whether it be hair, beauty or selling exotic meals.....
My advice would be not to rely on getting spousal employment when considering your offer...it may happen...it may not...!
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Post by parisbal on Nov 2, 2012 10:28:36 GMT
I have recently arrived in RT, anyone looking for proffesional hair advice, Please dont hesitate to contact me, I have over 20 yrs experience on all aspects of hairdressing, I am very happy to share my knowledge - lizbalsillie@gmail.com |
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