Malcolm White lives his passion through his work. He has always known that he loved working on the water. He was fascinated by the tugboats and the barges they were towing – the ones he would watch while working as a fishing guide in Campbell River, British Columbia. So, he attained his Deck Hand certification and the requisite sea hours. And over a career of, now forty years, he continued to take courses, build continued experience on the ocean, and for many years now, has been master of his tug, as the Captain.
Malcolm shares his journey with us, including some very frightening and exhilarating experiences, a little about the tugboats used in this exciting work, and some tips if this is a career that might be of interest to you or someone you know.
Ever wonder what it is like to assist those big freighters into dock? Hope you will join us!
About the Guest – Malcolm White
Malcolm is the captain of the one of the big tugs we see working in the Vancouver harbour. They are called yarding tugs. They guide the huge freighters and cargo ships to dock or moor at our local mooring lots, terminals, and refineries in the lower mainland. His responsibilities also involve receiving, towing, and landing huge barges. It is interesting and difficult work.
Over the years, Malcolm has transitioned from working as a fishing guide in Campbell River, on Vancouver Island, to attaining both the sea hours and relevant certifications to first become a deck hand, and eventually to attaining the title and responsibilities of tugboat captain.
It has been a truly wonderful career for him, full of exciting experiences and memories. One he will miss when he decides to retire. In the meantime, he is enjoying working with his new baby – yes, a tugboat – and it’s quiet!
Resources
If you are interested in learning more about the relevant training programs, the BCIT Maritime Training Institute website has a wealth of information that may be of assistance: https://www.bcit.ca/transportation/areas-of-study/marine-studies
The International Longshore & Warehouse Union may also be of assistance: https://ilwu.ca
About the Host:
Susan has worked with people all her life. As a human resource professional, she has specialized in all aspects of employment, from hiring to retirement. She got her start as a national representative for a large Canadian union. After pursuing an undergrad degree in business administration, Susan transitioned to HR management, where she aspired to bring both employee and management perspectives to her work. She retired from her multi-decade career in HR to pursue writing and consulting, and to be able, in her words, to “colour outside the lines.” She promises some fun and lots of learning through this podcast series.
Susan is also the author of the book Leadership Inside Out: Effecting Change from Within available on Amazon. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Leadership and Training.
If you wish to contact Susan, she can be reached through any of the following:
Website: www.effectingchangefromwithin.com
Email: susangney@gmail.com
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