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Oversaw the daily management and coordination of 40 Personnel, assigning daily maintenance tasks ensuring they were carried out safely to the required standard in accordance with company policy and best practice. Supervised Personnel and gave verbal briefs to senior directors on all aspects of seamanship evolutions.• Achieved 100% on-time delivery of maintenance projects by effectively coordinating with relevant stakeholders and enforcing stringent quality standards.• Navigated late notice changes to maintenance schedules with zero downtime, by proactively liaising with stakeholders and planning work according to high safety and quality standards, resulting in seamless operational continuity.• Directed seamanship evolutions, directly contributing to a 15% increase in operational efficiency through meticulous role assignments and comprehensive pre-operation briefings.

Engaged directly with senior directors as a tactical communications advisor, providing strategic insights. Coordinated comprehensive training programmes for tactical communications teams and small boat operators, resulting in sustained compliance with fleet and NATO standards and ensuring readiness for diverse operational scenarios.• Rapidly deployed with 48 hours notice from the UK to the Royal Navy's forward-deployed frigate in strategic maritime zones (Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Indian Ocean), serving as a pivotal senior directors’ advisor. • Fostered an environment of continuous improvement and skill enhancement, leading to a marked increase in operational effectiveness and strategic communication capabilities.• Spearheaded the coordination and delivery of specialised training for the tactical communications team and small boat operators, achieving and sustaining full compliance with both fleet and NATO standards, enhancing team performance by 20%.

Acted as a mentor for up to 200 personnel in the second phase of Naval training, with a particular focus on those under the age of 18. Within the role of Facility Manager, liaised with external stakeholders to ensure that all buildings were safe, whilst guaranteeing scheduled and emerging maintenance was carried out. • Enhanced the overall welfare support structure, ensuring effective mentoring and support mechanisms were in place, which directly contributed to improved morale and well-being among trainees.• Implemented and oversaw administration, routines, and processes, achieving a 30% improvement in quality control across the Phase 2 organisation, directly contributing to a more structured and effective training environment.• Efficiently managed building maintenance and stakeholder activities, reporting all defects and ensuring 100% of reported issues were rectified on schedule, enhancing efficiency and safety.

Responsible for the daily planning of transport to ensure the timely arrival of up to 70 personnel across the south and southwest to ships at sea conducting training. Actively monitored the Plymouth Air Safety radio circuit and swiftly responded to all radio calls from ships. Simultaneously, maintained an organised workflow by sending weekly training program amendments to all units in the area.• Orchestrated daily transport logistics for staff, ensuring 100% timely arrivals for onboard training sessions at sea, optimising scheduling efficiency and minimising delays in operational training.• Enhanced operational coordination and support through effective multitasking and communication, directly contributing to improved team performance.• Vigilantly monitored the Plymouth Air Safety radio circuit, responding promptly to all communications from ships or aircraft along the south and southwest coast of England, maintaining a flawless safety and response record.

Successfully trained over 150 people each year, enabling them to confidently navigate boats in coastal waters. Ensured staff members were up to date on the current course syllabus and maintained their boat driving skills. Established partnerships with stakeholders, including other Naval units and external charities to secure funding for new equipment and maintenance of the current fleet of training vessels.• Masterfully led the planning and execution of 30 annual powerboat courses at the Royal Navy Air Station Culdrose Water Activity Centre, elevating over 150 individuals annually from novices to proficient boat operators capable of safe, independent coastal navigation.• Engineered and deployed an innovative training curriculum blending theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, which dramatically enhanced participant competency.• Garnered exceptional participant satisfaction, demonstrated by a high rate of repeat engagement and a 10% increase in positive referrals.

Managed tactical communication across a 10-ship NATO task group, offering tactical advice and serving as primary liaison for communication matters. Directed peers with operational guidance in dynamic settings, fostering effective stakeholder relationships for enhanced interoperability. Monitored ship performance, ensuring optimal operational capability and group efficiency, reporting directly to the senior director.• Spearheaded elite tactical communication coordination for a multinational naval task group, optimising communication flow and strategic operations across ships from 10 NATO countries, demonstrating a profound ability to navigate complex international defence protocols.• Served as the principal advisor on tactical communication matters, enhancing the operational effectiveness of the task group through the provision of critical operational guidance and leadership, directly contributing to the group's cohesive and strategic functionality.• Diligently monitored and assessed the operational capability of ten ships, ensuring 100% compliance with NATO policy and operational readiness, which directly supported the senior director of the task group in maintaining the group’s peak efficiency and effectiveness.

Planned short and medium-term maintenance period KPIs, which included monitoring project plan, critical path and project deadlines. De-conflicted timelines and maintained effective communication with other departments and associate directors. Overall responsibility for multi-million-pound sea survival equipment, including maintenance, upkeep, serviceability and compliance with current policy.• Orchestrated strategic planning and execution of short to medium-term maintenance KPIs for HMS Scott, ensuring projects adhered to critical paths and deadlines, resulting in a 15% reduction in maintenance costs and a 20% improvement in project completion times.• Led a comprehensive maintenance program for shipboard equipment, enhancing operational readiness and safety through rigorous training and supervision in seamanship and equipment handling, directly contributing to a 30% increase in equipment lifespan and a 5% reduction in onboard incidents.• Fostered a culture of excellence and teamwork within the Warfare Department, mentoring peers in career development and operational best practices, which resulted in a 10% increase in departmental efficiency and a significant improvement in morale and discipline.