Hell man, I'm always looking at the menu!!
I got caught out once. Thought I was employed 'forever' but got laid off and I wasnt prepared for it. Had no idea what was out there and was basically standing there, flight bag in hand and no where to go. So I'm all for keeping an eye on the market/industry. Hell, with this industry, it should be a requirement to be taught that in flight school!
Thing is that I thought good things were happening at Nakeel. It is somewhat surprising to hear otherwise. However, as it does seem to be so typical of the Middle East, good companies are hard to find. Things always seem to look rosey from the outside, until your in for long enough to realize what the inside looks like?!!?
Its good to see new companies coming into the market, but with this current trend and like Chinny said, in this region its a garranty that the moral and ambition will eventually get beaten out of you.
Anyhow, for those who do apply, good luck. I hope approachchecks is wrong about the future of Nakheel Aviation.