How 22 Years OF Managing Naval Weapons Systems Prepared One Sailor for What's Next with Petty Officer First Class Evans

On this episode of the EdUp Canada Podcast, Sea of Opportunities, host Michael Sangster sits down with Petty Officer First Class Evans, Weapons Engineering Technician Manager aboard HMCS St. John's. With 22 years of service under his belt, Petty Officer First Class Evans shares his unexpected journey from the tech industry crash to a fulfilling naval career, managing complex weapons systems and ammunition while travelling the world.01:30 The dual role: Managing weapons systems while handling ammunition logistics like accounting02:00 A day in the life: Managing weapons systems, drone defence, and combat first aid on a modern frigate03:30 From layoffs to leadership: How job insecurity led to 22 years of stable naval service05:30 The training advantage: Naval qualifications that transfer to civilian careers and everyday life07:00 Pride in service: Representing Canada as a sentry at the Tomb of the Unknown SoldierRead the full transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/xgV6wj3AyKb ⁠Explore a career in the Royal Canadian Navy⁠: https://forces.ca/en/naval-experience-program/