Staff Spotlight

Meet Sayed, our Marina Operations Officer!

How long have you been working for SAFYC?

I have been working for the Club for 11 years now, I started around 2010. I actually discovered the club via newspaper when they posted an opening for a Marina staff. And that is where my journey with the Club began. Back then I was already working under Mr. Allan Mok and also until now.

I was originally stationed at Sembawang but I also went to Changi to support the Marina there for only a year. After the Changi side closed down, I went back to Sembawang again.

What is your role in the Marina operations of the Club?

I am a Marina Officer. I facilitate the launching and recovery of boats and drive the tractor too. I also help out members when they have questions about their boats and assist in small repairs whenever I can.

Any memorable experiences from your Marina work? What is your favorite part of working at the Club?

I do love exchanging stories and experiences with members that I encounter every day. Everybody always has something interesting to share. I also learn new things about boats every time I encounter new members with new boats coming in.

I also get to handle different people with different attitudes and it is an interesting learning experience for me.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working? Do you have any hobbies?

I enjoy fishing! It's my hobby since I was young. I fish in a lot of places but I frequently visit the southern side. So far, the biggest catch I had was an 80kg grouper! I also like to visit southern islands when I go for fishing.

Where would you like to go on a dream destination?

I would very much like to visit Saudi Arabia and fulfill my pilgrimage with my partner. I would be very happy to experience that. What’s your favorite place of all the places you’ve travelled?

My trip to Bandung a few years ago (maybe in 2016 or 2017) was a memorable one. I was able to witness real lava from a volcano we visited! It was also cold and refreshing in Bandung. I was also quite happy to have tried their version of steamed Nasi Lemak and other amazing food options they offer!

Use 3 words to describe yourself for people who do not know a thing about you?

Some memorable experiences I have are the ones wherein I have to rescue members when their boats are grounded or they are stuck in the sea. It is quite a rigorous physical job and it requires certain knowledge of towing people to safety.

It gives me immense pleasure to be able to help and assist them in dire circumstances and I am always happy to lend a helping hand.

What’s the most exciting part of your job?

I get to visit interesting places and other neighboring Marina. The last once I visited was Nongsa Marina in Indonesia. It was a very good experience and I had fun. Do you have any pets?

I have a fat cat. I adopted her a few years ago and her name is Makcu. Friendly, safety-conscious at work, and quite direct and frank with words.