Alex Orr

Semi Retired doing bits and bods 🙂. Retired Jan 24 Warrant Officer Class 1 Royal Navy after 44 years.

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

Many events going on in and around Plymouth, Pirate Day down the Barbican being one of them, working one of them with @PlymBoatTrips foolish not to take part 👍families liked finding the treasure on the boat.

[URNU Devon @URNUDevon]

We are honoured to announce @BearGrylls as the official Affiliate Honorary Officer to URNU DEVON. His skills, knowledge and experience will prove invaluable to the development of our OCs, Training Officers and full time staff. More to follow as @BearGrylls new role develops!

[HMS Oardacious @hmsoardacious]

***35 DAYS, 4 HOURS, 30 MINUTES!!!***

Please welcome the WINNERS of the @toughestroand the NEW military record holders! 🏆
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HMS OARDACIOUS HAVE DONE IT!!! 💪💪💪

[Plymouth Drake Sea and Royal Marines Cadets @PlymDrakeSCC]

BZ to the cadets and instructors who attended the @plymouthcc signing of the Armed Forces Covenant. This pledge to the armed forces community is made to regulars, reservists, service families and cadets.

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

Am privileged my last time in uniform was to be invited to witness @plymouthcc updating their pledges to the AFC, their hard work has paid off in achieving the Gold Standard of the Employers Recognition Scheme. @PlymLordMayor @BrigJkFraserRM @HMNBDevonport @PlymArmedForces

[Commando Chef - MBE - @CommandoChef]

Knife in the Kitchen not on the Street. It’s live now across UK cinemas, shopping centre screens & social media. Let me know what you think, was mega worried putting myself out there like this. 👍 ⁦@RoyalNavy⁩ ⁦@RoyalMarines⁩ ⁦@RNReserve⁩

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

Very privileged to be the countersignatory along with the CEO Jonathan Cowie of @PlymCommHomes who have signed the AFC committing to fair treatment of the Armed Forces community through flexible working and employment.
@BrigJkFraserRM @WRFCA

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

As my time in the @RoyalNavy is coming to a close, I was pleased to be invited and receive a Commendation award from the Second Sea Lord and Fleet Commander, it has put a lovely finishing touch to my memorable career. @BrigJkFraserRM

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

Pleased to pick up a few locally produced Christmas goodies from @CornwallCouncil to show their affiliated ship @hms_tamar that they are never far from their thoughts over the festive period @BrigJkFraserRM @RoyalNavy

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

Penzance Docks signed the AFC today, especially pleased as Jamie Murphy the CEO was working with me at the Royal Cornwall Show in 2019, it shows there is no stopping a determined Veteran once leaving the service. @WRFCA @BrigJkFraserRM @RoyalNavy

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

Pleased to be invited to attend the #golders23 awards, 17 companies gaining their golds,especially pleasing to see @plymouthcc achieving their award, especially as I know the work that was involved in achieving this. Good effort by all. @BrigJkFraserRM @PlymLordMayor @RoyalNavy

[URNU Devon @URNUDevon]

Today, OCs from URNU Devon sat down and had a hearty breakfast with local veterans. They talked about their experiences while serving and the adventures they had. It was a great opportunity for OCs to tap into the wealth of knowledge from prior generations.

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

On the back of my last post, if interested in being my relief please go to www.findforcesjobs and filter using REGIONAL ENGAGEMENT TL1. I have had a fantastic 6 years but time to hand over the reins to some younger blood. @BrigJkFraserRM @RoyalNavy

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

Pleased to say I was presented with my Long Service Recognition Award provided by @RNRMC the Lone Submariner is a replica of the memorial that I saw at HMS Dolphin during one of my many training courses for which I have many fond memories @BrigJkFraserRM @RoyalNavy

[Commando Chef - MBE - @CommandoChef]

It’s finally happening - what a privilege to be part of #ACelebrationOfDuty - roll on the weekend 👍👍

[URNU Devon @URNUDevon]

It was a great privilege for 65 Devon OCs to partake in yesterday's remembrance parade at Devonport Park. Providing a great opportunity to engage with veterans and the wider defence community. A special thanks to Devonport Park Pavillion cafe for the refreshments and shelter.🌧️☔️

[Brigadier Jock Fraser Royal Marines @BrigJkFraserRM]

Welcome @HMS_CardiffRN to @RNinWales @cardiffcouncil @UKGovWales @KathJenkins @hciwales

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

Final Remembrance Day Parade representing the @RoyalNavy in uniform, always good to attend @Torbay_Council parade, well organised solem event, next year I will officially be a veteran, shirt tie and blazer at the ready. @BrigJkFraserRM

[URNU Devon @URNUDevon]

This Sunday Devon URNU OC’s commemorated Trafalgar Day by attending a special service held within Exeter Cathedral. The service developed knowledge of the traditions and history of the Royal Navy and it was great opportunity to talk to serving personnel and veterans.

[Alex Orr @AlexOrr81]

Good evening with @PlymDrakeSCC at their Trafalgar Night Dinner coinciding with the hand over of Presidents of the unit from RAdm Snow to RAdm @PVHaltonOBE both former submariners👍 @BrigJkFraserRM @SeaCadetsUK @RoyalNavy @PlymDrakeSCC