Tim Barrett (admiral)

Timothy William Barrett
Tim Barrett in September 2016
Born (1959-01-08) 8 January 1959
Helston, United Kingdom
AllegianceAustralia
Service / branchRoyal Australian Navy Reserve
Years of service1976–Present
RankVice Admiral
CommandsChief of Navy
Commander Australian Fleet
Border Protection Command
Defence Force Recruiting
Navy Aviation Group
HMAS Albatross
817 Squadron RAN
AwardsOfficer of the Order of Australia
Conspicuous Service Cross
Meritorious Service Medal (Singapore)
Officer of Legion of Honour (France)

Vice Admiral Timothy William Barrett, AO, CSC (born 8 January 1959) is a senior officer in the Royal Australian Navy Reserve. Barrett served as Commander Australian Fleet from 2011 to 2014, before being appointed Chief of Navy in June 2014. He retired in July 2018 after four years as navy chief and 42 years in the navy.