Currently employed as the Engineering Special Attract Team Warrant Officer, my primary role is to manage engineering recruiting activity whilst providing technical and SME advice as required. I also attend organised careers events, where I advise prospective candidates on the opportunities available to them within the engineering branches of the Royal Navy. I have recently taken on the additional role of Direct Entry Technician Manager, which sees me dealing closely with candidates who have engineering and managerial experience, that wish to join the Royal Navy as an engineer on a bespoke “Fast Track” Scheme. In this role I evaluate candidates CVs and conduct initial interviews to establish their suitability prior to recommending them to proceed to the formal interview stage. Additional responsibilities include: Divisional OfficerDepartmental Safety RepEngineering Look at Life Co-ordinator

I headed up the Weapon Engineering Department consisting of 12 engineers charged with maintaining all of the ship’s weapons, sensors and communications equipment, many of which were old and lacking in spares. All of this whilst consistently operating at reach in one of the most inhospitable regions on earth. I was primarily responsible to the Engineering Officer for ensuring all equipment was working at the optimum performance and available within the Operational Notice. As the Departmental Maintenance Manager, I planned and manged 3 deployed maintenance periods and a significant docking period which included upgrades to the Force Protection Weapons, Navigational RADAR and Satellite Communications systems. Additional responsibilities included: LASER and Radiation Safety OfficerDivisional OfficerOfficer of the DayEngineering Departmental Safety RepUnit Maintenance Management System ManagerCommand AdvisorAmmunition Bans and Constraints ManagerIT Security OfficerExplosives Responsible Officer On joining I took charge of a department which was recovering from a turbulent period, and I inherited some long-standing defects as well as a team lacking identity, drive and moral. Within my first 3 months in post, I established an effective, professional and supportive working environment for the department which led to the restoration of several key capabilities and saw moral rise exponentially. Within 18 months of joining the Engineering Department was awarded the Surface Flotilla Engineering Efficiency Award. Whilst deployed in Antarctica I volunteered to go ashore several times in support of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust helping to maintain sites of historical interest and British Antarctic Survey in support of their vital work in the region.

My primary responsibility was to assure the professional development of the Engineering Technicians assigned to the Devonport Engineering Training Squadron. This was incredibly difficult and at times frustrating due the restrictions in place caused by the COVID pandemic, such as a very limited amount accommodation being available in the Naval Base and ships were reticent to embark additional personnel unless there was an operational imperative. However, between myself and the 3 Engineering Senior Rates I had on my team we managed to devise lesson plans to be conducted over Microsoft Teams in order to keep the young engineers assigned to us, but stuck at home, engaged. I did succeed in getting 12 young engineers 10 days on a tall ship which gave them the opportunity to do something out of the ordinary during those difficult times. I also managed to secure 6 Marine Engineers the opportunity to assist HMS ECHO during her docking period in Middlesborough, which went a long way to keeping them engaged in the RN whilst being forced to spend so much time at home. Additional Responsibilities Divisional OfficerSURFLOT Waterfront Duty Staff OfficerPresident for Engineering Technician Advancement Boards

During this appointment, I was the In-Service Manager for all Mine Counter Measures (MCM) Platforms for approx. 9 months before being moved on the Type 45 Destroyer Team. This role required me to lead and manage the delivery of the Combat Systems for these platforms including Combat System Certification (CSC), Certificates of Clearance for Use (CCU) and S2022s. I also organised SHIPHAZ SQEP panels as required, to ensure that Ship’s Hazard Boards were accurate and provided the most up to date information. In this role I also led Combat System Regeneration Meetings for platforms in upkeep periods. The purpose of these was to ensure the project was on schedule, all trials were booked in plenty of time, and all necessary equipment required would be available. They are also key to highlight early any issues which may cause delays to the platforms achieving their Fleet Date. I also took on the additional role of managing the Combat System Certification and the Certificate for Safety of Explosives for the Batch 2 Offshore Patrol Vessels during the period between emerging from build and Vessel Acceptance Date. This task saw me liaising closely Equipment Authorities in order to provide accurate and up to date CCUs, and the Platform Chief engineer to ensure all CSE amendments were applied for and actioned prior to responsibility being handed over to Naval Ship Support at Vessel Acceptance Date.As a Warrant Officer Engineer with a wealth of experience, I was on occasion tasked to support Platform Authority Chief Engineers in their assessing equipment concessions as well as providing advice on safety related issues.Additional responsibilities included: Electronic CCU LeadCSDA Executive Warrant OfficerI was awarded a Herbert Lott award for my role in the digitisation of the CCU, where I developed a process and effective user guide to apply digital signatures to CCUs which enabled business to continue seamlessly during the COVID WFH restrictions.

I oversaw the day to day running of the Weapons sub dept, which consisted of 15 engineers and a host of weapon systems and magazines. Responsible for ensuring all equipment within the my sub department was available within the Operational Notice as well as providing oversight for the safe custody of all embarked Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives. Also responsible for the compilation of MAINREQs (Maintenance Requirements) for support periods; whether that be whilst alongside in the UK or deployed overseas; to ensure all required maintenance and defect rectification work was captured for the Weapon Engineering Dept.Additional responsibilities included:Unit Maintenance Management System ManagerAmmunition Bans and Constraints ManagerWholeship Lifting Equipment Record KeeperDuty Systems EngineerOfficer of the DayDivisional OfficerHMS OCEAN was tasked at short notice to provide initial support to the British Overseas Territories in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma. I consistently led a team on the ground across a number of islands in arduous conditions, maintaining moral and delivering much needed aid and assistance to devastated communities. During a period of gapping of the WOCCI role I mentored 2 senior CPOs during their period of covering this position. Both of which were subsequently selected for promotion to WO1. During my time onboard, I set myself the challenge to run 1000 miles to raise money for HOOP (Helping Overcome Obesity Problems) which I completed in just over 6 months and raised in excess of £2000.Promoted to WO1 ET(WE) 6 February 2016

This is a 12-week course to prepare Chief Petty Officers for the demands of future employment as a seagoing Warrant Officer, enabling them to make the transition from equipment maintainer and diagnostician to system engineer and integral member of the WE Management Team.The Course consists of modules including:Engineering PrinciplesStaff workCommunication skillsFormal presentation techniquesWE management and administration.The course culminates in a 1-week real-time management simulation and written examinationSystem Engineers CourseThis is a 6-week platform specific course covering all Weapon engineering equipment fitted to the platform you will join as the WO WE. This course culminates in a scenario based formal presentation.Promoted to WO2 ET(WE) 31 March 2015

Responsibility for the safe custody and accounting of the Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives embarked onboard as well ensuring all Force Protection Weapons were available at the required Operational Notice in accordance with the Threat MatrixAdditional responsibilities included:Divisional OfficerDuty Systems EngineerLead Officer of the QuarterDepartmental Husbandry RepresentativeDepartment Lifting Equipment ExaminerOrdnance, Munitions and Explosives Advisor to the Damage Control Officer.Departmental Tools Co-ordinatorWeapons Lift MaintainerJoining HMS OCEAN during a busy docking period, I managed the regeneration of the Magazines complex (at the time, the Royal Navy’s largest afloat magazine complex), as well overseeing the upgrade to the Small Arms Mounts and Lockers; liaising closely with the dockyard staff and the Trials Authority to ensure all work was completed in accordance with Defence Standards. For this I ws awarded a Commanding Officer's Commendation.

On completion of a 4 month Pre-deployment training package I deployed to Afghanistan in support of the Inkerman Company of the Grenadier Guards. During my time in theatre, my duties encompassed many tasks across the stabilisation spectrum from:Dealing with contractors - To ensure that village wells were installed to the correct standardDelivery of projects – Through the good relationship I built with the village elders I was able to broker a rental agreement to facilitate an extension to the Patrol Base. Investigation and payment of compensation claims – Ranging from damage to crops caused by troops patrolling into the green zone to the death of livestock.The role also required me to patrol regularly into the green zone in support of Counter Insurgency Operations not only with the Inkerman Company, but also the Queen’s Company and the Kings Royal Hussars.

Primarily responsible for co-ordinating and providing 1st Line support for the External Comms equipment fitted to Mine Countermeasures and Landing Platform Dock units. Additional responsibilities included:Ensuring all safety S2022 (defect reports) were completed on time.Attend and advise as necessary on safety reviews.Represent CSA (Communications and Situational Awareness) Team at Pre-Upkeep Material Assessments.Acted as a military mentor to Civil Service apprentices, guiding them in their professional development and giving them a greater understanding of how to interact with the Armed Forces.Ensuring the Operational Defect Management System Database was kept up to date in order to allow accurate tracking of all defects managed by CSA.During my time at CSA, I undertook the challenge of the Aspire Channel Swim to raise money for people with spinal injuries and not only did I raise several hundred pounds, but I also taught one of my Civil Service Colleagues to swim. I also competed in the Run Britain Grand prix to raise money for Cancer Research.

I ran the Weapon Engineering Department which was 7 strong with a host of Weapons, Comms, Sensors and Survey Equipment. I was responsible to the Command for ensuring all equipment was available to the optimum performance within the specific Operational Notice, as well as being responsible for the safe custody of all onboard ordnance, munitions and explosives.During my tenure, ROEBUCK was rerolled for a 12-month period from a Coastal Survey Vessel to Mine Countermeasures Command Platform, for which I took the lead overseeing the removal of all survey processing equipment to be replaced with a significant communications and IT fit. At the end of the tasking, I again I took the lead with reverting the ship back to its original role, liaising closely with shoreside authorities and OEMs to ensure all equipment was fitted and set to work to the correct standard.Additional responsibilities included:Command AdvisorDivisional OfficerLASER Safety OfficerRadiation Safety OfficerOfficer of the DayIT Security OfficerOfficer of the QuarterWE Training OfficerROEBUCK was sold at very short notice to Bangladesh so I devised and delivered a training program for the handover of the Weapon Engineering Department to the Bangladesh Naval personnel.

Initially tasked with planning and conducting the installation of the Theatre Operational Medical Data Capture equipment across the Surface and Sub-Surface Fleet, however I soon became the SME across the Tri-Service. During my time I deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan to conduct health checks, upgrades and defect rectification.During my time in Afghanistan, I installed the first medical IT network in the Camp Bastion Field Hospital.Additional responsibilities included:DMST 2I/C during a period of gappingMilitary Transport OfficerLead Trainer for TOMD equipment

Navaids - Responsible for maintenance of 2 Gyro Compasses and associated Data Distribution System, Windspeed and Direction Equipment and Electromagnetic Log.IT Administrator – Responsible for the availably of the ships organic IT systems as well as additional IT Military Tasking Equipment. Ensuring all software updates were embodied and all IT security procedures were adhered to.During my spare time I taught maths classes to assist younger members of the Ship’s Company to gain the necessary educational requirements enabling them to be eligible for promotion.Whilst deployed to the Arabian Gulf I was awarded Commanding Officer’s Commendation for co-ordinating and installing an urgent in-theatre upgrade to the taskforce communications.Additional responsibilities Included:Duty Systems EngineerCommand Advisors AssistantAssistant IT Security OfficerDivisional Senior RatePromoted to Chief Petty Officer 14 July 2005

Weapon Engineering Artificer Qualifying CourseThis was a 3 year apprenticeship where I achieved a Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic engineering the course covered a wide range of subjects including:Electronic PrinciplesControl engineeringRADAR, SONAR and Communications theoryHydraulics and PneumaticsWorkshopsAnd many moreSection and System Management Course - A 3 week engineering management course. Senior Rates Leadership Course - A 4 week course covering practical leadership tasks, report writing, H&S and the developmentof skills such as emotional intelligence and the care of the employee.Promoted to Petty Officer on 30 Mar 2001

Responsible to the Section Head for all low-level maintenance and defect rectification of various systems. These involved electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems often in challenging situations. Also, for conducting running machinery and security rounds outside of the working day.· First line support for all defect investigations within section.· Conducted routine maintenance tasks, applying safe systems of work for mechanical and electrical systems.· Responsible for ensuring all spares as required were demanded and available on time.· Conducted training for less experienced engineers within the department.· Stood in for Section Head during times of absence.