By now, you have probably figured out that Malta is tiny. 316 square kilometres to be exact. There is a big chance that your new job on the island will have you working in some of the more central areas like Sliema, St Julian’s, Valletta or Gżira. Living here will be significantly more expensive than some of the other towns and villages so that is definitely something to keep in mind.
That being said, getting around the islands is quite easy once you get used to it. Malta has an extensive bus system that can take you pretty much anywhere you need to go at a very decent price, especially if you get yourself a Tal-Linja Card. There are a number of different taxi companies and new car or scooter sharing options have become increasingly popular over the years. There is also a regular and quick ferry that runs between Valletta and Sliema that might be an option for you depending on where you live and work. Cycling or walking to work is also something to consider is you’re looking for healthier or greener alternatives but be aware that the Maltese are not exactly known for their safe driving. Finally, owning a car in Malta is also an option and it does make life quite easy… as long as you’re happy to sit in traffic quite a bit.
You don’t have to live in the same town your office is in but do take things like commute, rent prices and the available amenities of your potential new neighbourhood into account before making a decision. Seek advice from your new colleagues, expat groups on Facebook or just ask a local for their thoughts.