NSW Ambulance has welcomed 40 paramedic interns and 21 trainee emergency medical call takers at a ceremony at the State Operations Centre in Sydney Olympic Park, marking another step in the service’s expanding workforce effort.
With this latest intake, around 800 new paramedic trainees and more than 150 emergency medical call takers have joined since the start of the year, reflecting the growing demand for frontline health services across New South Wales.
Health Minister Ryan Park said he was proud to welcome the new recruits. “I’m so proud to welcome these incredible new paramedics and emergency call takers to NSW Ambulance,” he said. “These additional recruits will play an important role in supporting our community in emergencies, strengthening our frontline workforce and helping form the backbone of our healthcare system.”
He added that the Minns Labor Government “knows that investing in additional paramedics and emergency call takers is vital for the evolution of NSW Ambulance, as it continues to deliver exceptional patient care.”
NSW Ambulance Chief Executive Dr Dominic Morgan said the arrival of new recruits was about more than numbers. “I am delighted to welcome this latest group of paramedics and emergency call takers, with both roles critical in delivering timely and high-quality care,” he said. “The diverse background and experiences of these new recruits will enrich the service and benefit communities across the state.”
“Welcoming new staff is not just about increasing numbers; it is about building a team that patients can trust to deliver world class responses and treatment,” Dr Morgan said.
Among the new recruits is paramedic intern Shoallea Attoe, who said, “I had dreams of becoming a paramedic, but as a teenage mum it felt so far out of reach that I dismissed it. I am so proud of how far I’ve come, and of the example I’ve been able to set for my daughter that no matter your background, dreams that once felt impossible can be reached.”
Trainee emergency medical call taker Niko Auer, who previously worked in media, said the change of direction gave him purpose. “I wanted to find a more meaningful job, something community focused and with a positive career progression. To be such an integral part of an emergency service is the right direction for me.”
The paramedic interns will now begin the on-road phase of their 12-month internship at various locations across NSW before taking up permanent positions in both metropolitan and regional communities. The trainee emergency medical call takers will be posted to the Sydney control centre.
The broader recruitment effort by NSW Ambulance this year reflects a continued push to strengthen the state’s emergency response capacity. It is part of a wider program to boost staffing levels, improve patient outcomes and enhance the resilience of the health system as demand rises across both city and country regions.
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