Dyson’s Singapore office has been hit by a sudden wave of layoffs, leaving employees shocked and worried about the future. The layoffs, which took place on October 1, came just months after the company reassured its Singapore employees that they would not be affected by an earlier restructuring in the UK, where around 1,000 jobs were cut.

A report from CNA claimed that affected employees received emails inviting them to a one-on-one meeting, during which they were informed that their roles had been made redundant. Most of the layoffs targeted workers in manufacturing and purchasing, although details about the exact number of job cuts are unclear.

The report further says that the latest move has hit morale and employees are worried about the possibility of further cuts. The layoffs in Singapore were unexpected as the company had recently announced plans to increase investment in the region. Employees have described a tense atmosphere in the office, with colleagues quietly packing up and leaving throughout the day.

One employee said, “The HR representative will be in the room. Unfortunately, the reason given was that work sucks and we need to pack our stuff and prepare to leave.”

The company has said it regularly evaluates its workforce to ensure the right skills, but did not provide specific details about why these roles were cut.

A Dyson spokesperson said, “We constantly evolve the structure of our teams and take steps to ensure we have the right skills in the right places. Our ambitions in Singapore remain unchanged, and we expect to continue to grow in the medium term.” “I will continue to grow here.” Said.

In response to the layoffs, the United Workers of Electronics and Electrical Industries (UWEEI) expressed disappointment at the lack of advance notice, noting that the union was informed only a day before the layoffs were to occur. Although the affected workers are outside direct union representation, UWEEI has raised the issue with Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower and has promised to help those affected through job placement services and career assistance programmes.

Dyson, for its part, said it is complying with local guidelines and providing employment assistance, including counseling and outplacement services, to affected workers to help them transition. Despite these assurances, there is still uncertainty among remaining employees whether more layoffs may occur.