Christopher Ball Email & Phone Number

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Coordinate and manage Subsafe Certification Technical Officer (CTO) activities and in the running and organisation of the SCG Department in Western Australia.

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Coordinate and manage Certification Technical Officer (CTO) activities and in the running and organisation of the SCG Department.

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Provide confidence in the integrity of submarines’ SUBSAFE certification boundary and systems; to contribute to the control and management of maintenance onboard collins class submarines.- Responsible for operating systems and laying isolations in conjunction with maintenance teams.- Ensure that all activities being carried out on the submarine whilst in a maintenance periods align with the correct installation, safety and operational procedures.- Conduct witnessing activities to support the management of the SUBSAFE boundary.- Conduct tests and trails including installation inspections, harbour acceptance, harbour verification, sea acceptance and sea verification trails.- Conduct the duties of Platform Safety Coordinator and/or Duty Platform Coordinator.- Provide Mentoring and guidance to team members.- Contribute to the maintenance of technical and test documentation.- Liaise with our defence customers to achieve their service-oriented goals and needs.- Coxswain, supporting ASC small boat operations.

Perth, Australia

Provide confidence in the integrity of submarines’ SUBSAFE certification boundary and systems; to contribute to the control and management of maintenance onboard collins class submarines.Responsible for operating systems and laying isolations in conjunction with maintenance teams.- Ensure that all activities being carried out on the submarine whilst in a maintenance periods align with the correct installation, safety and operational procedures.- Liaise with our defence customers to achieve their service-oriented goals and needs.

Perth, Australia

Conducting maintenance and repairs on Collins Class Submarines Electrical systems in association with Australian Submarine Corporation (ASC).As an employee of Chandler Macleod, I have worked within ASC (Formerly the Australian Submarine Corporation) using my already existing in depth knowledge of Collins Class Submarines and marine systems to provide safe, time effective work on board multiple Australian submarine platforms and shore based facilities. My aim is to provide the best service to ASC and to maintain Australia's frontline submarines to world class performance and quality standards.Description of Duties:- Perform Conditioning Discharges of main storage batteries through Shore services.- Conduct gassing charges of main storage batteries.- Perform Boost charges on 24V DC Back up batteries.- Hazardous Area work with Battery Instrumentation sensors and Monitoring systems inspection and replacements.- Ventilation Servicing and Maintenance.- Performed Twin cell millivolt test under load.- Twin cell cleans, electrolyte top ups and inspections.- Conduct air flow tests on Main storage batteries Agitation system.- Carry out bus bar torque tests, replacements and inspections.- Performed Charging cable maintenance and inspections.- Liaise with ship staff on work to be conducted.- Carry out Confined space entry’s and Sentry duties.- Use of appropriate ASC documentation and procedures.- Performing safe and effective work with lead based hazardous materials.- Extensive use with Tag out and permit to work systems.- Conducting regular confined space work.

Collins Class Submarine

A Submariner Marine System Manager, Maintainer and operator (MSM). Responsible for the maintenance and operation of: - Power Generation (multiple phase)- V18 twin turbo diesel marine engines maintenance and operation.- Instrumentation sensors and Monitoring systems.- Installation and maintenance of electrical equipment within Hazardous Areas.- (HVAC) Heating, Ventilation, Air conditioning maintenance and repair.- Computerised control console servicing and repairs.- Diesel driven generator 310-555VDC output- Power Conversion, AC/DC drives, Transformer and Distribution maintenance.- Including reconfiguration of power supplies during emergencies.- AC and DC Electric Motors- Lighting systems, both normal and emergency.- Main storage battery (lead acid) maintenance.- Control loops- Main Propulsion High Voltage Switchboards- Maintained and operated large DC propulsion motors (5,400kW).- Conduction of connection and disconnection of shore cables (310-495VDC & up to 440V AC)- Removal and replacement of Control valves in high pressure environments. - Computer management systems.- Instrumentation and monitoring systems maintenance and troubleshooting.- Solenoid replacements.- Fire Fighting and Damage control- Includes acting as a damage incident scene coordinator, responding to incidences such as Fire, Toxic Gas, Flooding, High Pressure air and Hydraulic burstsPerform the operation of equipment and systems at sea during watch keeping and alongside.Conducting regular confined space and Hazardous area work.Participate in on the job training and performance appraisals

Collins Class Submarine

A Submariner Marine System Controller, Maintainer and operator (MSC). Responsible for the maintenance and operation of: - Ballast system and bilge pump maintenance.- Hydraulic Systems and Pumps up to 12.5MPa (1800psi)- Air Systems 30MPa (4350psi)- V18 twin turbo diesel marine engines maintenance and operation.- Air Compressors servicing and operation.- Installation and maintenance of equipment within Hazardous Areas.- Water and Pumping Systems- Waste Disposal and sewage Systems maintenance and operation.- (HVAC) Heating, Ventilation, Air conditioning / refrigeration servicing- Vibration Analysis Sampling- Gauge Calibration- Pneumatic control system maintenance and repairs- Instrumentation sensors and Monitoring systems.- Hydraulic valve installation and seal replacements- Hydraulic Intensifiers maintenance.- Pressure testing, Oil sampling- Fire Fighting and Damage control- Control valve maintenance and servicing experience: Manual, Pneumatic, Hydraulic and electrically controlled.- Removal and replacement of Control valves in high pressure environments. - Installation & calibration of actuators and positioners.- Relief valve testing and adjusting.- Operated large DC propulsion motors (5,400kW).- Main Propulsion High Voltage Switchboards.Performed regular watch keeping, ensuring equipment was running correctly, conducting hourly rounds, and conducting maintenance at sea and in port.

Collins Class Submarine

A Submariner Marine System Controller, Maintainer and operator (MSC). Responsible for the maintenance and operation of: - Ballast system and bilge pump maintenance.- Hydraulic Systems and Pumps up to 12.5MPa (1800psi)- Air Systems 30MPa (4350psi)- V18 twin turbo diesel marine engines maintenance and operation.- Air Compressors servicing and operation.- Installation and maintenance of equipment within Hazardous Areas.- Water and Pumping Systems- Waste Disposal and sewage Systems maintenance and operation.- (HVAC) Heating, Ventilation, Air conditioning / refrigeration servicing- Vibration Analysis Sampling- Gauge Calibration- Pneumatic control system maintenance and repairs- Instrumentation sensors and Monitoring systems.- Hydraulic valve installation and seal replacements- Hydraulic Intensifiers maintenance.- Pressure testing, Oil sampling- Fire Fighting and Damage control- Control valve maintenance and servicing experience: Manual, Pneumatic, Hydraulic and electrically controlled.- Removal and replacement of Control valves in high pressure environments. - Installation & calibration of actuators and positioners.- Relief valve testing and adjusting.- Operated large DC propulsion motors (5,400kW).- Main Propulsion High Voltage SwitchboardsPerformed regular watch keeping, ensuring equipment was running correctly, conducting hourly rounds, and conducting maintenance at sea and in port.

Collins Class Submarine

A Submariner Marine System Technician, Maintainer and operator (MST). Responsible for the maintenance and operation of: - V18 twin turbo diesel marine engines maintenance and operation.- Diesel fuel pumps and injector pressure testing and maintenance.- Insulation and Lagging repairs and replacements.- Ballast system and bilge pump maintenance.- Hydraulic Systems and Pumps up to 12.5MPa (1800psi)- Air Systems 30MPa (4350psi)- Air Compressors servicing and operation.- Installation and maintenance of equipment within Hazardous Areas.- Water and Pumping Systems- Waste Disposal and sewage Systems maintenance and operation.- (HVAC) Heating, Ventilation, Air conditioning / refrigeration servicing- Vibration Analysis Sampling- Gauge Calibration- Pneumatic control system maintenance and repairs- Instrumentation sensors and Monitoring systems.- Hydraulic valve installation and seal replacements- Hydraulic Intensifiers maintenance.- Pressure testing, Oil sampling- Fire Fighting and Damage control- Control valve maintenance and servicing experience: Manual, Pneumatic, Hydraulic and electrically controlled.- Removal and replacement of Control valves in high pressure environments. - Relief valve testing and adjusting.- Main Propulsion High Voltage SwitchboardsPerform regular watch keeping, ensuring equipment was running correctly, conducting hourly rounds, and conducting maintenance at sea and in port as required.

Collins Class Submarine

Developing skills through on the job training to ensuring equipment was running correctly, conducting hourly rounds, and maintenance as required. While working towards completion of both task book and comprehensive boat familiarisation assessments.

Fleet Support Unit & Submarine Training School

Further developing my skills and experience, through classroom and workshop training. Enrolling and completing the Marine Technician Submariner training course. while conducting familiarisation on board Collins class submarines.

Hmas Cerberus

Developing the basic skills of the Fitting trade, through classroom and workshop training. While conducting familiarisation training on MTU Diesels, electrical work and safe work practices.

Diploma Of Leadership And Management Bsb50420

- Communicate with influence - Develop critical thinking in others - Lead and manage effective workplace relationships - Manage business.

Diploma Of Work Health And Safety Bsb51319

- Lead WHS risk management - Lead initial response to and investigate WHS incidents - Contribute to developing, implementing.

Diploma Of Project Management Bsb50820

- Manage project scope - Manage project time - Manage project quality - Manage project cost - Manage project human resources - Manage.

Cert Iv In Engineering – Electrical (Mem40105), Engineering – Electrical

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required for employment as a Higher Engineering Tradesperson or a Special Class.

Certificate Iv In Engineering – Fluid Power, Hydraulics And Fluid Power Technology/Technician, Completed

This qualification is designed to reflect the role of qualified fluid power technicians in the industry sector; involving the application.

Certificate Iv In Engineering - Instrumentation, Instrumentation Technology/Technician, Completed

Certificate IV in Engineering (Instrumentation) provides eligible persons with the training, skills and knowledge to install, commission.

Certificate Iii In Electrotechnology, Cert Iii In Electro-Technology

Cert Iii In Engineering / Mechanical Trade – Mechanical Fitter, Marine Maintenance/Fitter And Ship Repair Technology/Technician

Common Safety Training Program

(CSTP)

Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training

(BOSIET 5700) • Offshore Facility Abandonment, Sea Survival Procedure & Practices (PMAOHS215B) • Undertake Helicopter Safety and Escape.

High Voltage Switching Systems Operation Course, High Voltage

Certificate Iii Maintenance Fitter, Marine Systems Manager – Collins Class Submarine

Marine Systems Controller – Collins Class Submarine, Marine Systems Operator

In-Service Safety Testing Of Electrical Cords And Equipment (Ueeneep008B), Electrical/Electronics Maintenance And Repair Technology

Assessed: 20th of April 2012