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Old 5th Feb 2007, 14:26
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Cool Saudi Aramco

I know I know there are pilots out there that love Saudi Aramco and those that hate them. I'm looking for info, where do the operate out of? IE There physical base location for off-shore flying. They seem to be recruiting at an alarming rate. That could be a good or bad thing.

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There are much worse places than Aramco. The Saudi Chief Pilot was a welcome improvement over the American he replaced.

It beats ADA for pay and accomodation, better pay than Gulf, better pay than Aero....and who would want to work for Evergreen.

It is Saudi however thus much different than the more liberal Gulf States.
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Further to what SASless said, good deal if you're an ARAMCON, even with co-pilot only entry, but not anywhere near as good if you're a contractor "consultant" pilot. Yes also, the Saudi CP is a decent chap when measured by any standard.
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Are they hiring technicians?
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Old 7th Feb 2007, 16:22
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Cool Aramco

Sob,

they are operating out of Tanajib, NE Saudi Arabia, about 100 mls south of the Kuwait border, and Ras Tanura, further south.
Tanajib is the place where all pilots start working.
It's a very professional operation, good housing (you have your own small appartment for the time of contract, SAT, DSL), good equipment (A109E, B212/412, 214ST), good pay, not a tight scedule, excellent training, but you live in an isolated compound with no beer and no girls, thats the sad part.
If you can stand that and like flying offshore in sometimes harsh conditions temperature wise, its a good place, the best place to save money!!
As an aramcon you definatly have decent benefits but you live here besides your yearly vac.
Not everybodys dream!
They just hired a bunch of pilots, so they are not looking desperatly for pilots right now.

hope that helps

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Wink technicians

sorath,
as far as I know they are on the look for qualified techs. You need an FAA ticket and experience on the types.

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Cool Seeking info

Hi all,

I am looking to apply to Aramco as 737 FO, does anybody have any contact info for the flight ops dept?

Much appreciated
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Old 16th May 2007, 10:36
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Tocus24,

take a look
http://www.jobsataramco.com/home/Job.aspx?CATEGORY_ID=1

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Question Current Info on Saudi Aramco

I have checked all the threads in a search on SA and have not seen much talking to RW employment. Some good stuff (a year old) on the FW side though.

A few questions:

1. Can you be hired into a permanent position as a RW pilot? Or do you have to work as a contractor with no assurance of a permanent position?

2. Do they have any restrictions on age or previous experience? I'm 50 and previous (current) military.

3. What kind of currency do they like to see? I'm recalled to active duty and have not seen a cockpit for a few years, although I will be current when/if I apply.

4. Any problem hiring single guys? Been over 10 years since I've had an anchor.

5. Any possibility of flying both sides of the fence with SA? I am ATP rated for both FW and RW.

6. If I do decide to apply, what kind of lead time do I need to plan for if hired?

7. What is the hiring process for SA? Paperwork, Interview (questions, sim, tests?), Travel?

Thanks for the help here. Time to start thinking about getting back into the workforce and I thought a change of venue would be nice.
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You might find some answers at this web site. Good luck.

http://forum.aramcoexpats.com/index....f003937b7c61c5
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sorath5,

Thanks for the lead. Unfortunately, very little information offered on the site. The search function is inop, and specific questions receive very general answers if at all (mostly not at all, unless you are asking about shipping a car or what the furniture in housing is like). I don't think the site is used much. Most forums only receive a couple of dozen threads a year and many of those don't even receive answers to the questions.

Still looking for answers...
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LCDRP,
Have you followed any of the links at the bottom of the page, to "similar threads"?
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"LCDRP,
Have you followed any of the links at the bottom of the page, to "similar threads"? "

Been through all of them, even the ones with no replies. A bit dissappointing I must say. All these members and so little information. If, and when, I do get any information, I will post it back to this board. I am sure there are folks out there that are curious about the vacuume that surrounds the job market at SA.
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Old 7th Jan 2008, 21:40
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ADA

Try Abu Dhabi Aviation and apply online if you meet the reqirements and like what you see you are in. Good luck fly safe
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I trained a few aramco pilots in 2006 and the general view that you would intially go in as a contractor if you were not a national.

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I think the man was specifically asking about Saudi Aramco, as opposed to ADA. Having worked for both, I can categorically say they are completely different operations and operators in many aspects.

Why not talk to them directly? If you don't want to talk to the CP or the FC's at this stage, give the crew room a call and fire your questions at the guys. They are a great group of people, very friendly and I'm sure they'll be helpful.

GB.
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Folks,

I want to thank you all for the input so far. I think we are a bit thin on info, although I appreciate the input thus far. I will continue searching on other venues and will post back here as I get more info.

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Old 11th Jan 2008, 15:31
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Infos

LCDRP,

They don't hire directly, but if you are a "good" guy, the chances to get a permanent position are pretty good. They retire with 60 in general but a few guys got an extension for one year.
You need at least a commercial ifr, if you fly as a captain they want you to get your ATP.
You'll go through a comprehensive training for about a week before you start flying the line, most likely as SIC on the 212/412.
Some guys went directly to the 109 but they had previous exp. on these aircrafts.
As far as I know its not possible to fly both, rw and fix wing, completly different unit, contracts, locations and schedules.
Not a bad company at all, but flying is boring and for a single guy not many options to spend your time off.... (Families live in a different community.!)
They hired a bunch of guys to permanent, and they are not looking desperately right now. If you want contact infos PM me.

Cheers

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Saudi Armaco Pilot?

Hi there, I am a commercial pilot, holding my IFR rating and Multi-engine endorsement. I am curious to know some of the flying you do at Saudi Aramco, the details, the requirements. Would you be able to help me out?
Thanks a lot.
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Old 7th Feb 2008, 11:07
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Saudi Aramco Information

I am the Training Unit Supervisor for Saudi Aramco. Yes, Ralph, I am still here. 16 years and going strong. We did move from Charlotte and now live in Fort Mill, SC. Can still see the skyline from the upstairs Media room.

If you are interested in coming to work for Saudi Aramco as a helicopter pilot and hold a FAA ATP Rotorcraft Helicopter License and have, at the minimum, 3500 hours helicopter Pilot in Command time, then send me a pm.

For those of you who sing the blues about the contractor verses Aramcom, we converted 5 pilots over to direct hire status in 2007. We have made three offers this year and have several slots left.

For those of you who are concerned about the "hiring at an alarming rate" apparently you have not heard about oil being $100 a barrel. DUH!!
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