After Agricultural College training, Colin spent 6 years in farming in Lancashire. Trained and qualified as an HGV driver, he moved to the Highlands in 1987, where he became a PCV and coach tour driver, and has been a very active member of the community. Colin is a member of HM Coastguard service and President of Gairloch Boat Club. He also has a long-standing interest in a diverse range of music, and is currently training and studying for a Private Pilot's Licence.
Colin is Two Lochs Radio's training officer, and is in charge of health and safety at the station. With his wife Glenys, he presents the 'Saturday Morning roundup' on Saturdays from 8.00 to 11.00am.