Sanity Check on Company in Dubai for Potential Job?

[Bellini]

Hello all.

I have received a job offer (5 page comprehensive contract) from a Dubai-based company in the oil and gas sector. Which is nice.

However, I cannot find anything about them via internet searches other than their own website.

The offer was received without an interview but following a number of clarification documents sent to them. I have not spoken to them, but have had many courteous clarification emails from them in response to my own questions.

They are not on LinkedIn and nor can I find anyone listed as working for them. My only contact has been with their HR Manager, who has been wonderfully courteous.

Not wanting to dismiss the offer, I'm looking for some form of peace of mind with regards the company. They have offered an apartment as part of the package, but have not provided photos or given an exact location, other than to say it's a 'staff estate' which they say is 5 minutes from a shopping mall and a 20 minute drive from the office, near the industrial port.

They supply equipment into the oilfield sector.

I just want to be absolutely sure. Would anyone with any knowledge of a similar situation or the industry be able to advise?

The above may sound odd, which I fully accept. My apologies. I'm not naive or inexperienced, but after being out of work for some time, this is a potentially excellent opportunity and I just need to be absolutely sure about things.

[Bellini]

I know. I was working in Abu Dhabi this time last year and rather miss it.

Good point, though.

DubaiJohn, I sent you an email message yesterday. Did you get it?

Thanks to Dan for his help.

[Bellini]

Thanks to Dan, John and Rich for their incredibly helpful and highly appreciated words and advice.

Fully agree with what you've all collectively surmised.