Move to Malta

Welcome. There is a huge amount of information already on here. I suggest you read the many articles and then come back with specific questions.

Start here: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=370643

then here:  https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=425461

If Machine Operator means working with CNC machines or similar, I have bad news Rob:

There is very little manufacturing here, so it is next to impossible to find work.

Probably easier to look for security work but some certification is required. Plenty of sites online advertising or offering courses. I would imagine though that some knowledge of Maltese language would be required or useful.

Thanks for your reply very useful, I am learning the language quite slowly but would like very much to speed it up a little. I am also thinking of a different trade and would be grateful of any further advise. I am looking at the etc training courses.
                  Once again Thank you

I can offer only generic and general advice as I am not employed. Sorry but I am sure others can.