In this episode Kenny is Joined by Steve Rae of Fortitude – Action Beyond Compliance to discuss his oil and gas career and the life-altering experience of the Piper Alpha disaster.
Steve recounts his journey from the Aberdeen oil boom to working offshore. The core of the episode is his minute-by-minute account of the July 6, 1988 disaster, including his narrow escape from falling debris, the 70ft jump into the North Sea, and his subsequent rescue.
He explains how this event fundamentally shifted his professional focus, fostering his strong belief that “a good work ethic delivers good safety” and leading to his current role as an advocate for proactive safety culture within the industry.
We have a part II coming in a couple weeks where Steve discusses how this shaped his career going forward…
