796 Singapore Airlines reviews. Share gift link below with your friends and family. They can read the article in full after signing up for a free account. SIA is interested on the passion and they will hire even with zero flying hours. Pilots of Singapore Airlines are willing to take further pay cuts to remain employed. The layoffs had been widely anticipated and come as international travel continues to be paralysed, with governments enforcing strict border controls to contain the pandemic. Coronavirus: SIA offers cabin crew early retirement and release as part of further cost-cutting measures, 6,000 SIA Group staff take no-pay leave, so firm can cope with crisis due to Covid-19 pandemic, SIA faces hard choices, sooner rather than later. SIA staff have also experienced pay cuts of varying degrees. The three airlines under SIA Group are SilkAir, Scoot Tigerair and national carrier Singapore Airlines. Qantas is set to cut up to 2,500 jobs by outsourcing its Australian ground handling operations as it braces for a $10billion hit to revenue due to the pandemic. He urged staff to rally together to get through this difficult period. This move by SIA to invite foreign pilots to make up for the supposed manpower shortfall is puzzling because just 2 years ago, SIA announced that it would be shedding (retrenching or voluntary retirement) 12% of its pilot pool due to the business slowdown and it claimed in 2016 that it still had more than enough pilots than it needed. About 2,400 staff in Singapore and overseas will be retrenched, while the remaining 1,900 roles will be accounted for through natural attrition, recruitment freeze and voluntary-departure schemes. The National Trades Union Congress deputy secretary-general Cham Hui Fong said that Singapore Airlines Staff Union and the Scoot Staff Union have been working closely with the SIA Group management in the last six months on various measures to mitigate retrenchment. [HONG KONG] Full Truck Alliance has raised US$1.7 billion from investors including SoftBank Group and Tencent... [HONG KONG] Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd (HKEX) on Tuesday said it will introduce a new platform with so-... [NEW YORK] The country of Georgia considers itself to be the birthplace of wine, with a tradition going back about 8... [NEW YORK] Millions of Americans expect to face eviction by the end of this year, adding to the suffering inflicted... JTC on Tuesday launched an industrial site at Jalan Papan (Plot 5) for application. PERSPECTIVE: Singapore Airlines has recently cut 2,400 jobs, including pilots, ground staff and cabin crew alike. Borrowing Money. Singapore Airlines’s (SIA) CEO said retrenchment is the last thing on their minds right now. Additional information on retrenchment in SIA 1,000 cabin crew from SIA,MI and SCOOT (all foreigners), 400 SIA pilots, another 1,000 is made up of pilots from MI and SCOOT and overseas stations ground staff. We have been experiencing some problems with subscriber log-ins and apologise for the inconvenience caused. You have reached your limit of subscriber-only articles this month. Those who have had to abort training are mainly foreigners. “It is the result of an unprecedented travel paralysis brought about by a global pandemic. Singapore Airlines (SIA) and the pilots union remain in talks over lay-offs as the parent airline began its retrenchment exercise on Monday. The Air Line Pilots Association — Singapore said that an agreement on the latest pay cuts for pilots was reached after four days of negotiations with Singapore Airlines. This article is now fully available for you, Please verify your e-mail to read this subscriber-only article in full. Revenue for the group plunged 79.3 per cent to $851 million year on year, while expenditure dropped 51.6 per cent to $1.89 billion, the company said then. The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group is potentially cutting 2,400 jobs across Singapore Airlines, SilkAir and Scoot amidst the fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic. I have prepared an application to join SIA as a cadet pilot, but am wondering if I should hold off for a while till the situation improves before sending it off. But a log-in is still required for our PDFs. READ: SIA crew recount 'sad day' when airline announced retrenchment exercise Malaysian former pilot Azrin Mohamad Zawawi poses for a picture with his uniform and apron, at … He also emphasised that the exercise is due to factors beyond SIA’s control — namely, the travel paralysis brought about by Covid-19. In July, SIA had reported a $1.12 billion net loss in the quarter ended June 30 - its largest quarterly loss on record, as demand plummeted amid travel restrictions caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Eagle Services Asia Pte Ltd, an aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) joint venture between Singapore Airlines (SIA) Engineering Company and … There are basically three types of employee: 1. The layoffs had been widely anticipated, and come as international travel continues to be paralysed. This, while the rest of the aviation sector resort to bailouts and layoffs to contend with mounting losses and debt. SIA RETRENCHMENT. Hello, your email is unverified. The youngest of the 6 is Singapore Airlines (SIA) pilot Terence Soon. Foreigners have so far been among the first to be let go. 01-10-2020, 08:57 AM Singapore Airlines Group said it will work closely with unions to finalise the retrenchment arrangements. However, the final number of staff affected may be reduced to around 2,400 after factoring in previous measures such as early release or retirement scheme for pilots, crew and ground staff, as well as a recruitment freeze implemented in March. not expected to return to pre-crisis levels until 2024. Passenger carriage fell across SIA, SilkAir and Scoot, resulting in a 99.5 per cent decline for the company. The airline has let go about half of its cadet pilots and cabin crew trainees, while the rest will leave after their training is completed. The retrenchment exercise - which affects about 2,400 staff - is being conducted at the SIA Training Centre, near Changi Airport, for Singapore-based … In September, SIA announced the largest retrenchment in its history with 4,300 positions, or around 20% of its staff, affected. The pilots were all Captains and employed on expatriate terms. SINGAPORE, Sept 19 — Singapore Airlines (SIA) pilots will be taking pay cuts ranging from 10 to 60 per cent, after the union representing them agreed with their employers on a deal that could save about 400 jobs. Retrenchments have started for SIA and SilkAir cabin crew - a process expected to take place over the course of this week - while 50-60 pilots on employment passes were also understood to have been let go. SIA: All Trainee Pilots & Cabin Crew Won’t Be Hired; Half Already Let Go Of Immediately Written By Alexandra Tung Once again, it would seem that the dreams of those who wish to join one of the most prestigious airlines in the world have been dashed. Every month about 130 crew reach the end of their contract which SIA can decline to renew; For those not on contract (the more senior crew) SIA can refuse to extend their retirement. Regional airline of Singapore Airlines (SIA), SilkAir, announced today that it will be progressively closing down its offices in 18 regional cities. 198402868E. Staff were told of this during a virtual townhall on Thursday (Sept 10). Azrin was among the 2,200 crew and staff of Malindo Air who were served with retrenchment letters on Oct 30. Within a year, SIA could have released 4,200 crew ( 350 a month x 12). SINGAPORE Airlines (SIA) and the Air Line Pilots Association - Singapore (Alpa-S) have inked a memorandum of agreement (MOA) which will see pilots taking a 10 per cent cut in their basic salary and an adjustment to their compulsory no pay leave (CNPL) scheme. 172 pilots and 50 engineers, and those involved will be notified via email within 24 hours. The gift link for this subscriber-only article has expired. SINGAPORE Airlines (SIA) and the pilots union remain in talks over lay-offs as the parent airline began its retrenchment exercise on Monday. While it is not uncommon for many international carriers to use fuel hedging tools to reduce the risks of price volatility for a 12-month time horizon, very few carriers buy fuel more than two years in advance. Locals, or Singapore citizens. Btw this also means those IBs defending SIA / PAP saying what "cannot fire coz retrenchments benefits blah blah" can shove their argument up their ass, because we are seeing selective retrenchment. He has a son in Secondary 1 who has lived in Singapore since the age of four, and he will have to adapt to a whole new education system when he returns to his home country. — TODAY pic SINGAPORE, Sept 19 — Singapore Airlines (SIA) pilots will be taking pay cuts ranging from 10 to 60 per cent, after the union representing them agreed with their employers on a deal that could save about … You can read this subscriber-only article in full, All done! Please confirm for access to all your SPH accounts. They make up about 13 per cent of the 204-strong workforce at Bapas, which … Subscribe to t.me/BizTimes. “The two airlines have different remuneration packages, so the aim is to put everyone on an even keel and seamlessly sew in a universally acceptable seniority list. SIA did not confirm or deny if the school would be closed, saying only that training requirements are constantly reviewed and that the airline remains committed to developing pilot resources in-house. The vendor will have a tough time ascwell. ST PHOTO: ALPHONSUS CHERN. The article only mentions 30 cabin crew, which seems a very low number. “For our impacted colleagues, please know that this is not a reflection of your individual strengths and capabilities,” he said. SilkAir staff will receive SIA salaries and benefits, which are generally better, according to The Straits Times. ... they’ll be returning home after the retrenchment. The land plot spans 0.56 hectare... By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. Unfortunately it has begun . The Straits Times website, our local newspaper, reports that some local A340 pilots may well be retrenched too. Also read: PSP’s New GE Candidates Include 23-Year-Old Whose 1st Job Will Be MP If He Wins. SIA had also over the years frozen pilot cadet recruitment and … At the height of the severe acute respiratory syndrome outbreak in 2003 - which was less devastating than the current pandemic - SIA retrenched several hundred staff, including pilots and cabin crew. The 53-year-old pilot is one of the over 50 pilots under the SIA Group — whom TODAY understands are all Employment Pass (EP) holders — who received the news of their retrenchments on Sept 14. “We will continue to work with SIA Group on training opportunities for its remaining workforce, as well as render assistance to those whose incomes have been impacted, so that they are able to tide through this difficult period and be well positioned for when the market recovers.”, SPH Digital News / Copyright © 2020 Singapore Press Holdings Ltd. Co. Regn. SINGAPORE Airlines (SIA) and the pilots union remain in talks over lay-offs as the parent airline began its retrenchment exercise on Monday. All rights reserved. It is a very sad time indeed. Their contracts have been prematurely cancelled a few years early. Attached Files. According to Business Times, SIA and pilots unions are still in talks over the arrangements of the retrenchment. Singapore Airlines (SIA) pilots have agreed to take deeper pay cuts of up to 50 per cent so that more of them can stay employed. A free inside look at company reviews and salaries posted anonymously by employees. The school also has a campus in Jandakot, Perth. SINGAPORE – Twenty-seven employees will be affected by a retrenchment exercise at Boeing Asia Pacific Aviation Services (Bapas), a joint venture between The Boeing Company and SIA Engineering Company. SIA a couple of days ago began to retrench pilots from the A340 and A310 fleets. This is in addition to the 2,400 staff that were retrenched last week. On Thursday (Sept 10), SIA announced that it would slash about 20 per cent or 4,300 positions, amid the Covid-19 pandemic that has paralysed the air travel sector. The airline has let go about half of its cadet pilots and cabin crew trainees, while the rest will leave after their training is completed. SINGAPORE: Singapore investment firm Commonwealth Capital and seafood restaurant Jumbo Group have come forward to offer jobs to recently retrenched … The 53-year-old pilot is one of the over 50 pilots under the SIA Group — whom TODAY understands are all Employment Pass (EP) holders — who … SINGAPORE - The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group is cutting jobs amid the Covid-19 fallout. At the height of the severe acute respiratory syndrome outbreak in 2003 - … After taking into account a recruitment freeze, natural attrition and the take-up of voluntary departure schemes, the potential number of staff impacted will be reduced to about 2,400 in Singapore and in overseas stations. *** Most are already outsource. Foreigners have so far been among the first to be let go. It said that the Group expects to operate at less than 50 per cent of its capacity at the end of the financial year in March next year, as compared to the levels before the Covid-19 pandemic. The pilots were all Captains and employed on expatriate terms. On 19 September, Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced that its pilot will be taking 10 to 60 per cent pay cuts starting 1 October after the SIA and the Air Line Pilots Association – Singapore (Alpa-S) reached an agreement that the pay cuts could save about 400 jobs. (Photo: Getty) SINGAPORE — Embattled national carrier Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group on Thursday (10 September) announced that it will cut some 4,300 jobs across its three airlines. Singapore Airlines crew arriving at Changi Airport in June. RESEND Therefore there is no need for retrenchment exercise. SINGAPORE Airlines (SIA) and the pilots union remain in talks over lay-offs as the parent airline began its retrenchment exercise on Monday. By registering, you agree to our T&C and Privacy Policy. Until we resolve the issues, subscribers need not log in to access ST Digital articles. © 2020 SINGAPORE PRESS HOLDINGS LTD. REGN NO. CALL +65 6388 3838 EMAIL btocs@sph.com.sg, OPERATING HOURS (+8 GMT) MON-FRI: 8:30AM-5:30PM, For daily updates on weekdays and specially selected content for the weekend. This move by SIA to invite foreign pilots to make up for the supposed manpower shortfall is puzzling because just 2 years ago, SIA announced that it would be shedding (retrenching or voluntary retirement) 12% of its pilot pool due to the business slowdown and it claimed in 2016 that it still had more than enough pilots than it needed. On September 18, an agreement was reached between Singapore Airlines and the Air Line Pilots Association, that with effect from October 1, all re-employed captains will get 60 per cent less salary and the first officers will have their salaries deducted […] A subsequent agreement between the flag carrier and its pilot union saw some 400 jobs saved in exchange for pilots taking salary cuts of between 10% to 60%. The 53-year-old pilot is one of the over 50 pilots under the SIA Group — whom TODAY understands are all Employment Pass (EP) holders — who received the … Image courtesy of PSP. An additional 1,700 have taken jobs in other organisations. “I know it is tough for all concerned. "This decision was taken in light of the long road to recovery for the global airline industry due to the debilitating impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the urgent need for the group's airlines to adapt to an uncertain future.". SilkAir will also be letting go about 100 of its staff who are based in Indonesia, India, China, Thailand, Malaysia, Laos and Myanmar, over the next 20 months. SIA pilot Terence Soon, 29. In a press statement, SIA said that it had to cut about 4,300 position across its airlines, however, the retrenchment has been “mitigated by a recruitment freeze that was implemented in March 2020, open vacancies that were not filled, an early retirement scheme for ground staff and pilots, and a voluntary release scheme for cabin crew”. ALPA-S wants to avoid a potential double whammy where pilots accept deeper pay cuts but end up facing further lay-offs down the line. This can number around 50 a month. The 53-year-old pilot is one of the over 50 pilots under the SIA Group — whom TODAY understands are all Employment Pass (EP) holders — who received the news of their retrenchments on Sept 14. AirAsia is looking to reduce their manpower as reports surfaced of the low cost airliner looking to retrench up to 300 of their staff due to the company being badly hit by Covid-19. A log-in is still required for our impacted colleagues, please verify e-mail. 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