I agree with Bob.Been here similar time ,5 1/2yrs,pretty happy,good for young kids,low crime,good equip,safe(except for the roads) and you don't give any money to the bl....dy government.
Dubai is getting very expensive tho but if you accept that,then fine.
Do come and spend some time here before , as your family(ie the wife) will be spending alot more time here than you.She not happy, then you are on a loser.Don't believe everything you read in the ME forum either.
It's not perfect but they pay every month and you don't have to drive yourself to work.Car doesn't turn up you don't go!!
Good kuck with your decision
Cheers