Originally starting of his career at Ross County, Michael moved to Alloa Athletic in January 2004 having played only one game for the Staggies.

His Alloa debut was against Stenhousemuir in January 2004 and became a first team regular during the 2005-06 season.

Michael moved to Berwick Rangers at the end of the 2006-07 season but his stay there was relatively short and he signed for East Stirlingshire in March 2008.

A strong performer in defence and a threat in the opposition's penalty box Michael managed to score 7 goals for the Shire before signing for the Loons this summer.