Mark Hocking Msc Ceng Miet

Mark Hocking MSc CEng MIET is an accomplished engineering professional with extensive experience in the naval sector, currently serving as Platform Support Director at Babcock International Group since May 2016. Hocking has held various leadership roles including T23 Class Output Management Team Leader and Amphibious Class Output Management Team Leader, focusing on maintaining design intent and providing technical governance for amphibious platforms. Previous positions include Commander (Weapon Engineer) on HMS Albion, ensuring the successful regeneration of a capital warship's complex combat system, and In Service Manager at Defence Equipment & Support, overseeing combat systems for surface warships. Hocking began a career in the Royal Navy, where important roles included Deputy Staff Weapon Engineer Officer and Staff Officer Training, emphasizing leadership and technical training. Hocking holds a Master’s degree in Engineering & Management from the University of Portsmouth.