Born in Scotland, Robertson played for East Benhar Heatherbell, Motherwell, Fauldhouse and Hearts – it is reported that the Edinburgh club took him on after an impressive performance making up their numbers in a reserve game at Fauldhouse.
Robertson, a Scottish native, played for various clubs in Scotland: East Benhar Heatherbell, Motherwell, Fauldhouse, and Hearts. His inclusion in the Edinburgh team was attributed to his performance during a reserve game with Fauldhouse.