frazzla
Saudi expat in Singapore
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Registration: 22 April 2013
Current Recruitment Situation in Dubai by Saud1979
Hi Members, I just realized, I should let everyone know what is going on in terms of opportunities in Dubai. Post recession (I'd like to call it 'post' since we are back on track fortunately), life is tougher for a 'job seeker'. Imagine being ...
Great write up filled with useful suggestions! I've personally found most recruiters in my industry (shipping) to be a useless lot while personal connections are the best way forward. Hence, i agree 100 pct with you that everyone should be using ... Read More
Life in ABHA by rans11215
Hi all. I am about to ship out to Abha, KSA. Does anyone in Saudi know anything about the place? I'd like a few opinions to asses my options... For example, what's accommodation like, transportation and going to Jeddah and Dubai - what's that ...
Hi Randall, I'm very envious of your trip to Abha and I'm sure you will enjoy it!! I've been there quite a few times and can recommend a few things to do there depending on what you're after. First off, you'll need to rent a reliable 4x4 as the ... Read More
Stopping Hair loss? by mohamed715
Does anyone know any places in Jeddah that can help with hair loss/ growing back hair on a bald patch? With NO SIDE EFFECTS of course!
I'm 33 and having the same problem despite leading a healthy lifestyle. I put it down to genetics, shower water and stress but sadly there's nothing I can do about that!! I would opt for the wig option if they have 'em in bright Saudi green. Hey! ... Read More
Hiring live in maids in Dubai
Hey nevermore! Thanks for the help! I've been looking into the matter a bit more as you suggested and was happy to discover a big market for helpers in Dubai. As an employer I guess you'd need to be a resident of Dubai first as a prerequisite ... Read More
Car lovers@singapore by GladMax
Folks i am thinking of having a car lovers forum where we can catch up as a group and share about our passions for the four wheels. Let me know if any of you would be keen.
what wheels you driving btw? Read More
Car lovers@singapore by GladMax
Folks i am thinking of having a car lovers forum where we can catch up as a group and share about our passions for the four wheels. Let me know if any of you would be keen.
I wish I had when I first moved to Singapore! Its a bit late for me now as we're moving to Dubai in a few months time but would definitely recommend to any new peeps arriving here. Cars are such a hot topic in Singapore I think it would be a great ... Read More
Car lovers@singapore by GladMax
Folks i am thinking of having a car lovers forum where we can catch up as a group and share about our passions for the four wheels. Let me know if any of you would be keen.
@GladMax Totally agree with you. I'm just jealous and miss driving!! ;) Read More
Hiring live in maids in Dubai
Hi All, Wondering if anyone can advise on the process of hiring a live in maid in Dubai. Is it easy and straight forward? What's the typical salary and where do I begin the search? Thanks in advance! Cheers, Fraz Read More
Car lovers@singapore by GladMax
Folks i am thinking of having a car lovers forum where we can catch up as a group and share about our passions for the four wheels. Let me know if any of you would be keen.
owning a car in Singapore is so expensive you need a COE just to think about it!! Read More
x-boss extorts money by ac1dcod3
I was working for company "J" for almost 6 years previously. We were in the construction industry and I acquired a additions and alterations job in the airport. I was hired to supervised the job. During this job, my company "J" were employed to do ...
that's one scary ordeal. definitely keep the police informed and don't pay that fly-by-night ex boss of yours one cent!! Warn him that you will take legal action if they persist harassing you!! Read More
Why people smoke ?? by valar_morghulis
Hi All, I am a smoker, someone asked me that why you smoke and i was answerless. what you say why you smoke ? or what you think why one needed it badly even he/she knews that it is waste of health and waste of money.
I envy smokers who can just 'switch off' at will... Read More
accommondation by adasphilips
why accommodation is very expensive in Arab emirate most especially Dubai...my friend over there is now suffering of where to stay because he can not avoid paying of urge amount of money for it
I've just accepted a job in Dubai starting in September... do you think it makes more sense to buy or rent in Dubai if you wanted to preserve capital without taking on too much risk? Ties into the thread title as just wondering if rents moving up, ... Read More
OMGGGG ROBBERY by thegameguru
One of my friends got robbed in Olayah area. He was in a mosque praying and had left his Laptop bag and other stuff and when he comes back he sees the rear door glass shattered and the laptop missing. :( :( What do you friends suggest to do next in ...
sorry to hear mate. there is a lot of poverty in Riyadh that the government is trying to keep concealed and you simply can't take any chances these days. Read More
On leaving Singapore... Do I need to pay the 6 months rent?? by frazzla
Hi All, After living in Singapore for 4.5 years its time for me to say good bye but I got one problem. My TA is for min 12 months after which I can invoke diplomacy clause. If I decide to leave with 6 months left on the TA does that mean I need ...
Hi Thierry, Appreciate the advise. Just to update your and any others who may find themselves in this situation. I had this checked with a lawyer and he advised that if your employer is named in the TA as the tenant (as in my case) then they are ... Read More
accommondation by adasphilips
why accommodation is very expensive in Arab emirate most especially Dubai...my friend over there is now suffering of where to stay because he can not avoid paying of urge amount of money for it
Dubai rent is still 3/4 that of Singapore and 2/3 of London just for your info. you should check out the cost of living index below - there is a rent index comparing all major cities in the world. numbeo.com/cost-of-living/rankings_by_country.jsp Read More
On leaving Singapore... Do I need to pay the 6 months rent??
Hi All, After living in Singapore for 4.5 years its time for me to say good bye but I got one problem. My TA is for min 12 months after which I can invoke diplomacy clause. If I decide to leave with 6 months left on the TA does that mean I need ... Read More
Planning to relocate to Singapore - Accommodation & Friends by GuestPoster6799
Hey Folks, My name is Aby. Currently living in Tokyo. My work might require me to relocate to Singapore, but I'm very iffy on moving out of Japan (best place on earth to live according to me :) ), but the role being offered is very enticing. The ...
'do' enjoy the amazing hawker food stalls in low pasat. 'don't' bring cigarettes into Singapore :) Read More
rental in Singapore by kenyear
Hi, I am moving to Singapore in April 2013. Looking for a nice two bedroom apartment / condo within 30 -45 minutes by public transport to the business area. does any one have any recent experiences of areas etc etc?? ken
need to know a bit more to give you a good answer: - what's your budget - do you need to be near schools and shops - do you need facilities; ie pool, gym, ...etc? we're living in the suburbs off bukit timah in 3+1 br condo - it costs $5,500/month ... Read More
KEEN ON QATAR! Who's hiring in O&G shipping and SCM?
Thanks Mareeza. I've checked most online job portals but they are limited in terms of what i'm looking for and many posts are outdated. Was hoping if someone in the know from the Qatar expat community would point out companies actively recruiting ... Read More
KEEN ON QATAR! Who's hiring in O&G shipping and SCM?
Thanks David. I'll give it a whirl. Best, Fraz Read More
Links to job sites by Sandman6
For all you wannabees. Nice Mr Sandman gives you all these links to trawl through for jobs in the UAE and GCC. Mods: Please make this a ...
very helpful! thanks very much Read More
KEEN ON QATAR! Who's hiring in O&G shipping and SCM?
Hi all, Super keen on moving to Qatar from Singapore and wondering if you know of any oil majors or NOCs who might be hiring senior level shipping and SCM staff? I've worked in commercial shipping dpp/cpp for 14 years in Dubai, London and ... Read More
Marriage with saudi woman by ypak1975
Salam, I am a Pakistani living and working in KSA. I am in love with a saudi woman and planning for marriage. What are requirements here for marrying a local woman. Any expatriat specially Pakistani already married with saudi woman,who can guide ...
salam, i wish you the best my friend. know that in order to formalise your marriage to saudi woman is a very legnthy and difficult process requiring strong support on the side of your fiancee, particularly from her guardian. they will need to ... Read More
Better International School in Jubail by kamal badshah78
Hai Good Day dear all, Any one can provide which better international school in Jubail area due to i am from Malaysia and have 2 kids(6&7 years old) I am get offer work their with family package. Thanks. SAVE GAZA!!!:)
thanks roopster. believe isj follows american curriculum Read More
Things to do during weekend by xtian1215
Bored
rent a 4x4 and grab a bunch of friends and go camping the desert. alternatively drive to bahrain :cheers: have fun Read More
Jubail housing ?? by valleygirl
Can anyone tell me if 130,000 SAR/yearly will be enough for a nice secure compound? We need a 4 bedroom and I am having a hard time finding not only housing compounds that are available but I cannot find anything about the amounts...PLEASE HELP!!
andrew417, hope you've managed to finally get yourself sorted out with suitable accomodations. did you manage to find anything in the RC? based on your experiences, i wonder what you would advise as to the best way of finding a villa in the RC? ... Read More
Better International School in Jubail by kamal badshah78
Hai Good Day dear all, Any one can provide which better international school in Jubail area due to i am from Malaysia and have 2 kids(6&7 years old) I am get offer work their with family package. Thanks. SAVE GAZA!!!:)
If known, could you please share the name of the british school? Many thanks Read More
3 days in Singapore
singapore is amazing and i am sure you will love it. great place to mix and mingle is around boat quay. you will meet lots of people there and have good fun. best times from 5pm till late. Read More
sadara supervisor salary and benefits package by frazzla
hi all, been offered a job at sadara as gc 14 general supervisor ii based in jubail and was wondering if i could pick your collective brains to make sense of this offer. i'd love to move back to the middle east with my wife and child but not ...
much appreciated alliecat! very curious to know what you do in saudi and how long you been living there. irony and oxymorons seem to crop everywhere in the kingdom hence the need for transparancy. enjoy the rest of your weekend! :cool: Read More
sadara supervisor salary and benefits package by frazzla
hi all, been offered a job at sadara as gc 14 general supervisor ii based in jubail and was wondering if i could pick your collective brains to make sense of this offer. i'd love to move back to the middle east with my wife and child but not ...
Hey Alliecat Thats a very good question! Its a well known fact that salaries in Saudi are partially determined your nationality and I think it would be useful for everyone to know the pay distribution for a specific job. If you know the upper, ... Read More
sadara supervisor salary and benefits package by frazzla
hi all, been offered a job at sadara as gc 14 general supervisor ii based in jubail and was wondering if i could pick your collective brains to make sense of this offer. i'd love to move back to the middle east with my wife and child but not ...
hey expatpro, I'm a Saudi and my field is logistics and trading, BSc:Finance and MA:BA from the US, about 13 years experience working in US, UK, Saudi and Singapore with oil majors only. I used to work for Aramco for a number of years but then ... Read More
sadara supervisor salary and benefits package by frazzla
hi all, been offered a job at sadara as gc 14 general supervisor ii based in jubail and was wondering if i could pick your collective brains to make sense of this offer. i'd love to move back to the middle east with my wife and child but not ...
umm... yeah. thanks anyway buddy. Read More
sadara supervisor salary and benefits package
hi all, been offered a job at sadara as gc 14 general supervisor ii based in jubail and was wondering if i could pick your collective brains to make sense of this offer. i'd love to move back to the middle east with my wife and child but not ... Read More
For new pepole,,, how to get a job @qatar by mohd_fouad_80
In my view, and based on my experiance,,,, i found many pepole are not taking care of thier CVs, writing a cv is a skill, and to attract HR manager Eyes, you should do a lot of effort . Step no.1: Make an Excellant CV,,, if you donot have a friend ...
in my experiance i wood also to recommend to pleaze use it the spell checker,,, first Read More
Can i do Master's in singapore with holding a EP?
Sounds like a great company! MOM have no restrictions on this. Good luck! Read More
We're searching for a house on a nice compound. by orchidee
Hello everybody, Finally, we know that my husband is going to be working in KSA. We will probable move this summer to Jubail. But as the internet is my best friend at the moment, I find it hard to find the compounds in Jubail. I saw some topics ...
hi orchidee i'm in the same position as you... looking for a villa for my family and I who are moving from singapore. I was not impressed by what is on offer [Moderated]. sadly, i can reconfirm al marjan is fully booked but it is out of my budget ... Read More
Minimum salary package requirement (Jubail) by across countries
Can anyone share some insight about what is the minimum salary package to Saudi Arabia for an expat (engineer position)? I've been reading all the topics from here, but I still feel a bit lost. Thank you in advance !
hey across countries et al, great thread with loads of helpful info. wish you luck and success in your new job! Read More
What is the benefit of EP in singapore??? by hatiar
Hello friends, I am coming Singapore next week with holding an EP to work with a small IT based company. They offered me 2 year's work with them. And they also manged an EP for me. I have some questions, if anybody help me then this will be a great ...
hi hatiar, first off let me congratulate you on your upcoming post to singapore - i am certain you will love it! In a nutshell, you MUST have an e/p to work in singapore!! i cannot overemphasise the importance of getting your papers in order ... Read More
Opening a bank account in Singapore by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Singapore ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Singapore ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services ...
Hi Julien, its really dead simple if you've got your employment pass and FIN number and the procedure doesn't take longer than 30 min for your account to be setup. you will need copies of your passport and in some cases (not mine) a letter from ... Read More