NSW Ambulance first service to reach gender parity

Bankstown Acting Station Manager Naomi Dobson has described it as a wonderful achievement and a very positive move for women and society in general.
She said having female parity in all industries and jobs was vital as it reflected the diversity of the community and showed women they could aspire to be anything they wanted.
“Leaving the corporate world 10 years ago when I was 26 to become a NSW Ambulance paramedic was the best move I ever made,” she said.
“NSW Ambulance gives men and women so many opportunities for professional development and we have many women in specialty and managerial roles, it’s such a great thing to see.
“Not many people can say they love their job but I certainly do; every day is different with different challenges but we have such a collaborative team who all work together.”
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park said it was important to acknowledge the important contribution women made across all areas of the service.
“Women work across NSW Ambulance in many roles, including as paramedics, aeromedical crews, nurses, doctors, specialist rescue crews, call takers and dispatchers, and corporate and support staff,” he said.
NSW Ambulance Chief Dominic Morgan said: “I want to extend my sincere thanks to each and every one of the devoted women who helped us achieve this milestone.”