John Davidson has over 23 years of experience in the Royal Navy as a marine engineer mechanic, serving on various ships and bases. He currently works as the sole mechanic for the Stromness lifeboat, maintaining all machinery to keep the boat ready for sea at all times. He possesses strong leadership, communication, and technical skills from managing engineering teams and machinery onboard ships. His qualifications include City & Guilds in mechanical systems maintenance and welding, as well as certificates in offshore safety training, first aid, and breathing apparatus equipment maintenance.