Ammroc - Page 20

fuelman407 · #**191** (**permalink**) 20th July 2012, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackHawk

So if things work out you will probably be my Engineering Lead, as they hired me as an H grade engineer, while you, a J. That is, unless they switch me to the other program. So about the facility, Sara told me they are currently sharing space at the airport, with plans to move to Al Ain in a few years. Is the current site at the airport considered to be the HQ?

Hi,
Yes, the AMMROC building at the airport is the HQ for now. The Al Ain site is several years off! Still in planning now. Much red tape there right now with things political. I am in the training department and the F-16 fuels instructor, so will not be working with you. But, will see me from time to time. Mine is not to reason why, just do or die! lol Just keep me informed when you are coming. I will be in the building, it is small for all that goes on there. If I can help with anything just let me know.
Steve

BlackHawk · #**192** (**permalink**) 20th July 2012, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by fuelman407

Hi,
Yes, the AMMROC building at the airport is the HQ for now. The Al Ain site is several years off! Still in planning now. Much red tape there right now with things political. I am in the training department and the F-16 fuels instructor, so will not be working with you. But, will see me from time to time. Mine is not to reason why, just do or die! lol Just keep me informed when you are coming. I will be in the building, it is small for all that goes on there. If I can help with anything just let me know.
Steve

Since you are there now tell AMMROC that they need more folks in HR! That way the communication will be more rapid.

Swig · #**193** (**permalink**) 20th July 2012, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Bounty Hunter

Swig,

Are you there now? What pay grade did you get picked up as? I only ask because you mention getting 20K after the 90 days that you do not have to pay back. Does everyone get it? Please, pm me if you want or post here; I am very interested to learn about it!

Yes I am here now I work C-17's here in Dubai at Al Minhad. My pay grade is an XA not everyone gets the relocation money it all depends on your offer. Out of the guys and gals I came in with a few are getting it a few aren't. It just depends on your offer.

fuelman407 · #**194** (**permalink**) 21st July 2012, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackHawk

Since you are there now tell AMMROC that they need more folks in HR! That way the communication will be more rapid.

Once you get here and see where they work and the amount of folks they are working with now and the people they work with here, you will see why! They are in this building like sardines! Think things will be better one day! I understand where you are coming from, been there done that! Only thing that can be done is others helping! I got help from others while here! That has been the difference! So, I am passing it on! Sure you will too when you get here! Just try to be patient with things, easy for me to say now! But, it is true. The folks in HR are under so much stress right now with all that is going on. Imagine having 500 family members come to visit you at the last minute. You are trying to arrange so many things! If I can help just let me know. Have a great day!
Steve

irishman66 · #**195** (**permalink**) 21st July 2012, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by fuelman407

Once you get here and see where they work and the amount of folks they are working with now and the people they work with here, you will see why! They are in this building like sardines! Think things will be better one day! I understand where you are coming from, been there done that! Only thing that can be done is others helping! I got help from others while here! That has been the difference! So, I am passing it on! Sure you will too when you get here! Just try to be patient with things, easy for me to say now! But, it is true. The folks in HR are under so much stress right now with all that is going on. Imagine having 500 family members come to visit you at the last minute. You are trying to arrange so many things! If I can help just let me know. Have a great day!
Steve

Hi, what is the dress code for the HQ building and what is the situation regarding company supplied IT?

fuelman407 · #**196** (**permalink**) 21st July 2012, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by irishman66

Hi, what is the dress code for the HQ building and what is the situation regarding company supplied IT?

Well, They will give you a form to fillout for your uniforms on your first day. They told me to put down the quantity of each I wanted. Then they will decide how many to give me, so I said five of each. They should just say how many the are willing to give me! Oh well! I will get a polo type shirt with the logo on it. It comes in a dark blue or white and the pants are a tan kakie. The folks working on the flightline will get coveralls and safety shoes! Still do not have anything yet, maybe this week. So, before you get your uniforms, it is up to you what to wear. I would not wear a T shirt and shorts, you get the picture. suggest you rent a car before the company takes it to get your residency card. If you do not say that you are here on a work visa and tell them you are here for a holiday, then you can rent a car. If they findout that you are on the work visa then they will not rent one to you.

irishman66 · #**197** (**permalink**) 21st July 2012, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by fuelman407

Well, They will give you a form to fillout for your uniforms on your first day. They told me to put down the quantity of each I wanted. Then they will decide how many to give me, so I said five of each. They should just say how many the are willing to give me! Oh well! I will get a polo type shirt with the logo on it. It comes in a dark blue or white and the pants are a tan kakie. The folks working on the flightline will get coveralls and safety shoes! Still do not have anything yet, maybe this week. So, before you get your uniforms, it is up to you what to wear. I would not wear a T shirt and shorts, you get the picture. suggest you rent a car before the company takes it to get your residency card. If you do not say that you are here on a work visa and tell them you are here for a holiday, then you can rent a car. If they findout that you are on the work visa then they will not rent one to you.

Thanks for that I wouldn't turn up in shorts, like you I spent time in KSA so I am more than aware of the cultural sensitivities. I will be based in the HQ so I guess it's polo shirts for me then must admit though I would rather wear my own clothes. Do they provide PCs?

fuelman407 · #**198** (**permalink**) 21st July 2012, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by irishman66

Thanks for that I wouldn't turn up in shorts, like you I spent time in KSA so I am more than aware of the cultural sensitivities. I will be based in the HQ so I guess it's polo shirts for me then must admit though I would rather wear my own clothes. Do they provide PCs?

Not sure! In the orientation they did say not to take AMMROC PC's home. Will see! You cannot have a cell phone with a camera in it. So, bring a cheap one or buy one like I did here for 69 AED. You will see how crowded it is in here! Let me know when you are coming.

irishman66 · #**199** (**permalink**) 21st July 2012, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by fuelman407

Not sure! In the orientation they did say not to take AMMROC PC's home. Will see! You cannot have a cell phone with a camera in it. So, bring a cheap one or buy one like I did here for 69 AED. You will see how crowded it is in here! Let me know when you are coming.

I arrive on the 30th July and am in the Park Inn on Yas island.

fuelman407 · #**200** (**permalink**) 21st July 2012, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by irishman66

I arrive on the 30th July and am in the Park Inn on Yas island.

I am in the Park Inn also, room 211. The hotel is very comfortable. They have two pools, share one with the other Radisson hotel next door. Both are Radisson but think this one is 3 stars and the other is higher. You can rent a car at the other one. The gym is very good. The only complaint I have is the cost of food here. The IKEA store is not far but too far to walk there, so you will have to take a short taxi ride there. They have a cafetria there. There is a mall not too far called Al Raha but do not go there. It is small and the food court does not have many places to eat in it. Plus, the taxi ride there and back will cost you 65 AED. They have a free shuttle to the big Abu Dhabi mall at 11:30 am and 3pm. With Ramadan only afew stores are open but they do have a good grocery store there called Abu Dhabi Co-op. but once you are done there you have a long wait for the bus. When you get here as them to have water in your room every day! That is a good thing. There will be some waiting for you, but you need more every day! The free breakfast buffet is very good and has alot of items on it, plus the will cook eggs or omlets for you too. Best meal of the day! That is a life saver for me. Suggest you eat a good breakfast and eat at AMMROC for 25AED. That is a good deal. Okay! will be looking for you. Are you sure about you getting here on 30th? They normally only travel folks on a sunday, which, is 29th. I have a friend flying in on 29th, Ryan Sheffield! He was with me in Saudi! Let me know and will be looking for you. Bye for now.
Steve