Chevron to cut 200 jobs in Permian Basin due to data entry mistake, says TWC

Chevron Corporation, a Houston-based energy company, is planning to reduce its workforce in the Permian Basin by laying off close to 200 employees. The layoffs will affect various locations within the Permian Basin with 185 individuals at the Deauville Boulevard site, 14 at the North FM 1788 site, and seven at the South County Road location in Midland County. These job cuts are scheduled to take place on July 15.

Initially, the Texas Workforce Commission reported that almost 800 employees across these facilities would be impacted, but it was later clarified that the accurate number is around 200. This discrepancy was due to an error in data entry into the Texas Workforce Information System, which was corrected on May 29 after widespread reporting by major news outlets.

According to a representative from the Texas Workforce Commission, the inaccurate numbers were a result of a data entry issue and have since been aligned with Chevron’s official Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice. Chevron clarified in its revised statement that approximately 200 employees in Midland, Texas, will be affected by the layoffs and not 800 as previously indicated.

Chevron aims to assist affected employees by offering severance packages, transition support, and the opportunity to transition into other roles within the company where possible. The company emphasized that these job cuts are permanent, with no bumping rights or union representation for the impacted employees.

In a broader context, Chevron had announced earlier in February its plans to reduce its global workforce by 15% to 20%, affecting between 6,750 to 9,000 employees companywide. In 2024, Chevron’s workforce totaled 45,298 employees worldwide. This announcement signifies Chevron’s broader restructuring efforts in response to market conditions and operational priorities.

The company reiterated its commitment to supporting affected employees during this transition period and providing necessary resources to facilitate a smoother exit process. The layoffs are part of Chevron’s overarching strategy to streamline operations and optimize efficiency in alignment with its long-term business goals. Despite the challenges, Chevron remains dedicated to ensuring a fair and orderly workforce reduction process while focusing on maintaining operational effectiveness and financial sustainability.

As Chevron continues to navigate through an evolving energy landscape and market dynamics, workforce adjustments are crucial for sustaining competitiveness and adapting to changing industry trends. The company’s proactive approach to managing its workforce in the Permian Basin reflects its commitment to responsible corporate stewardship and strategic organizational planning. Through effective communication, support mechanisms, and transparent engagement, Chevron aims to minimize the impact of these layoffs on its employees and uphold its corporate values throughout this transition period.