EHAAT has developed so much since I joined in 2003, and it is still a special Charity to work for. I love the variety of my role, working with a huge range of supporters across the counties. I was honoured recently to receive the IoD East of England Director of the Year Award in the Public/Third Sector.
My role involves ensuring the Charity gets value for money from contractors providing our aviation services and support them in maintaining safe operation. I represent EHAAT at aviation-based committees and work with contractors and medical colleagues to provide clinical excellence.
I joined the Charity in 2006. As Fundraising and Marketing Director, I develop and oversee new initiatives that generate vital funds and raise awareness of the Charity’s work. I manage an enthusiastic team dedicated to providing the best Helicopter Emergency Medical Service for Essex & Herts.
I'm a Chartered Accountant and responsible for all of EHAAT’s financial activities. I joined in 2017 having spent 15 years in the motor industry in financial and managerial roles. Bringing my commercial experience, I am relishing the opportunity of working in the charity sector.
I began working in Pre-hospital and Retrieval Emergency Medicine in Australia in 2008. Since returning to the UK I have worked in the pre-hospital arena and I have been a governance lead at EHAAT since 2019 and was appointed to Medical Director in September 2021.
My role is to ensure the Charity succeeds through its people. I am responsible for creating a culture where the Charity’s values are continuously reflected, creating a positive and safe working environment, and ensuring we are able to meet the strategic and operational requirements of the Charity.
I am the Chairman of DC Advisory, a City based corporate advisory firm. I have lived most of my life in Hertfordshire & Essex and my wife and I also own a local farming business. It is a real privilege to Chair the Board of Trustees of this great charity.
I was delighted & proud to become a Trustee in 2011, having supported the trust as a volunteer trainer since 2008. I’m a conflict resolution trainer in aviation & I run a Stand Up Paddle board school in Maldon, racing competitively on the national circuit.
I’m a founder member of UK Helicopter Emergency Medical Services and have been a Consultant in A&E Medicine since 1996 and a Consultant in Major Trauma since 2017. I became a Trustee in 2013 and am proud to sit on the Board of such a well led & reputable charity.
I retired in 2020 as Chairman of MDS Civil Engineering Ltd. A Trustee since 2018, it’s a privilege to be part of such an amazing charity. I’ve been involved with Rugby refereeing and am a Premiership timekeeper. I’m a helicopter pilot and fly a Robinson R66.
I’m the Managing Partner of Nockolds Solicitors. I’m an avid Blackburn Rovers fan and enjoy playing & watching sport and travelling. It’s been a huge privilege to see the amazing work and passion of everyone at EHAAT who make a real difference to people’s lives.
I am director of several local enterprises and a chartered accountant by qualification. In my spare time I enjoy cycling, walking and travelling to other parts of the world. I admire and respect the Charity and am keen to help it continue to grow and flourish.
I had a law career before becoming a Director of my own company and a Trustee for Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust. I also work with my husband in our farming enterprises. I’m deeply passionate about EHAAT having had direct experience when they treated my daughter.
I work in London for investment manager, BlackRock, commuting from Witham in Essex. I hope to bring a wealth of finance experience to the Charity. I've already been involved as a member of the Charity’s Investment Advisory Committee.
Ellisa is a creative and strategic marketing professional with 20 years of experience working with commercial and charity brands. Ellisa is passionate about delivering successful marketing strategies and campaigns in both print and digital to shift thinking and behaviour whilst delivering results. Ellisa currently works as Director of Marketing, Communications and Customer Engagement for Jewish Care and has a wealth of Trustee experience as Chair for Jewish Legacy Giving.
I am a consultant in Intensive Care Medicine, ECMO and Anaesthesia at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in London. I've been a consultant and governance lead at EHAAT for the last three years having previously worked for air ambulances in both Sydney and London.
I'm an Emergency Medicine Consultant and Paediatric Emergency Medicine specialist at the Royal London Hospital. I began pre-hospital care in 2014, flying with London's Air Ambulance. I then joined EHAAT's emeritus team in 2017 and then became Clinical Governance Lead in 2018.
I'm a Consultant Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon at King's College Hospital and an Academic Lecturer at Barts and the London School of Medicine and the Institute of Pre-hospital Care (London's Air Ambulance). I worked for EHAAT and LAA from 2013-2017, after which I solely worked for EHAAT in addition to my NHS post.
I am a Consultant in Emergency Medicine, based in Cambridge. As well as EHAAT, I have worked for London's Air Ambulance and Sydney HEMS. The best thing about my job is the helicopters and fast cars! Outside of work I enjoy cycling, travelling and photography.
I'm a Consultant Anaesthetist, specialising in trauma and obstetric anaesthesia. In 2014 I spent a year with EHAAT as a Pre-hospital Care Doctor and then five years with the emeritus team. I'm interested in developing world healthcare, having done a lot of teaching and mentoring in East Africa.
I started with EHAAT in 2012. Previously, I worked for the HEMS services in London and Australia. Since 2016, I've been a Consultant for EHAAT, seconded for 1 day per week from my NHS job as a Consultant in Anaesthesia and Major Trauma at King's College Hospital.
I have now been with EHAAT for five years. Previously I have worked on London's Air Ambulance and was am Emergency Medicine Consultant and Trauma Lead at St George's Hospital, London. I love making a positive difference for patients and their families.
My role is to provide tactical management and support our team so that we can continue to provide phenomenal medical and trauma care to the people of Essex and Hertfordshire. I embrace the challenges ahead and know that we will carry on providing great care to our patients.
In 1998 I started my career in the ambulance service and in 2002 I was seconded to Essex Air Ambulance as a HEMS Paramedic for 5 days a month. In 2014, after completing over 1500 flying missions and a Masters in Critical Care, I applied and succeeded as Essex Clinical Manager.
I started my career in the public services with the Police Force as a Special Constable. Before joining EHAAT I worked at London Air Ambulance as an Emeritus Paramedic; I am now the Clinical Operations Manager and work to ensure smooth running of operations.
I’ve worked in the ambulance service as a Paramedic for 14 years with my career being angled towards working on the Air Ambulance as part of the Pre-hospital medical team. I achieved this in 2013. In addition, I’m now Patient Liaison Manager, delivering patient care post-accident.
Previous to EHAAT I have worked in the Hazardous Area Response Team (HART). I enjoy working as part of a team and bringing enhanced care to critically ill or injured patients. Outside of work I play lots of football and spend time with my friends and family.
Before working for EHAAT I spent 14 years working for the East of England Ambulance Service. I’ve been a Paramedic for 11 of those year. My job is amazing, and it’s a privilege to know that I have been able to do everything in my power to ease someone’s suffering.
I graduated from University of Hertfordshire and registered as a Paramedic in 2013. I worked for London Ambulance Service for five years before joining the Charity. I enjoy working for EHAAT as I am able to serve the counties where I have grown up, gone to school and university and now live.
It’s amazing to be a part of the HEMS team, I get to learn from brilliant colleagues every day who are at the top of their game. Prior to EHAAT I worked for the East of England Ambulance Service before joining the Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) in 2011.
I began my career as an NHS Paediatric Nurse. In 2004 I joined London Ambulance Service before moving to EEAST in 2008. I’m passionate about making a positive difference to my patients and being able to provide treatment and reassurance to people to improve their situation in times of need.
I completed my paramedic training in 2006, and during my time in the ambulance service I’ve had a variety of roles, my most recent role being a Team Leader for the Hazardous Area Response Team. I feel very privileged to work for the Essex & Herts Air Ambulance.
I've worked for the East of England Ambulance Service for 7 years and practiced as a Paramedic for 5. It's amazing to have the opportunity to work for EHAAT to widen my knowledge and skills in patient care. It’s great to work for a driven, proactive Charity with an experienced, friendly team.
My goal has always been to join the ambulance service and I lived in hope that one day I would be part of the Air Ambulance team! Being offered the Critical Care Paramedic position with the EHAAT team and working on the Air Ambulance is the highlight of my career.
I have worked for London Ambulance Service, London's Air Ambulance and East of England Ambulance Service. The best thing about working for the Charity is the people. Everyone has the same drive; to provide critical care to those in need. The fundraising efforts by all supporters are amazing.
I have been a Pilot for 15 years, spending the last six as a HEMS Touring Pilot, working across many bases in the UK. I enjoy working as part of a big team where every day is different and knowing that I have helped to make a difference.
I served in the RAF for over 30 years, predominantly on the Sea King Search and Rescue aircraft. I joined EHAAT in 2008 and I’m now the Chief Pilot at the Essex Airbase. I work closely with the Operations Director to ensure we operate safely within the stringent regulations.
Before flying I worked as an Aviation Support Engineer and later, after gaining a BSc Computer Science, in IT management. For the past 12 years I have been flying helicopters as an instructor and recently as an examiner. My new role enables me to take something I love doing and use it in such a beneficial way.
I served 22 years in Essex Fire and rescue service and after talking to a HEMS pilot at a job in 2003 I made it my ambition to become a HEMS pilot in the future. 17 years later I am now flying for EHAAT and proud to be serving the people of Essex and Herts.
It's always been my ambition to be part of an Air Ambulance crew. I am now employed by Specialist Aviation Services with EHAAT. My flying career began at London Southend Airport instructing on Robinson and Bell Helicopters. I then moved on to fly Twin Squirrel helicopters commercially.
I started flying with the RAF reserves 13 years ago, then moved on to an instructor role. I gained my helicopter licenses and have flown helicopters across the UK and Europe. I really the enjoy dynamic of being part of EHAAT's HEMS crew, ensuring the safety of crew whilst landing in challenging landing sites.
I joined EHAAT in 2016. My previous flying experience involved flight instruction on R22 and R44 helicopters. It is a great privilege to be part of EHAAT working alongside such a professional team. As co-pilot I help navigate and assist the captain during the flight phase of an emergency call.
Since I joined the Charity in April 2008 my main role has been to provide support to the Chief Executive Officer. The days I spend here are incredibly varied, interesting and busy!
I have been a Receptionist for various organisations and am very proud to now work for such a fantastic charity. I enjoy meeting visitors and making them feel welcome. I'm always amazed by the support from the public - the phones are always busy and post brings many donations.
I completed a PHD in Psychology in 2010 and have since worked at Keele University and Kings College London on a variety of health-related research projects. I enjoy working with a diverse range of people and having the chance to apply my research skills to solve problems.
My role is to ensure the Charity meets its compliance obligations. I'm also the Company Secretary which involves Data Protection, Insurance, Property Leases, Planning, Contracts, Service Level Agreements and Charity Commission Legislation.
As the Charity’s Finance and Legacy Officer, I’m the main point of contact for supporters who are interested in leaving a gift to the Charity in their Will. I’ve been with EHAAT since 2010 and am proud to be part of a dedicated team striving to provide this life-saving service.
I started with EHAAT in February 2013. I had a short break at the end of 2018 and now I am back to continue to promote the smooth running of the Flight for Life Lottery. I enjoy speaking to members as they are so proud to be providing money to keep us operational.
My role is to maintain various aspects of accounting for our Charity’s Flight for Life lottery and also assist the Governance Manager, providing support in many areas including data protection and insurances. I’m very proud to be part of a dedicated team providing this outstanding life-saving service.
I joined EHAAT in 2014 as Community Administrator and was promoted to Fundraising Coordinator in 2015. It’s fantastic to work with such a motivated team and it’s a privilege to go home knowing that we’ve all played a part in keeping the helicopters flying and saving lives every day.
I have previously worked in the retail and hospitality sectors. I am looking forward to hearing stories about people's experiences with the charity. I like to walk my dog and socialize with friends and family.
With a background in international banking, I realised how rewarding volunteering is through becoming involved in the third sector when my children were younger. I am proud to be working for EHAAT, looking after our team of wonderful volunteers, and making a difference to my community.
I started working at EHAAT in November 2019, looking after the donation tins out in the community. I organize tins being emptied and replaced by our fabulous volunteers, and source new locations to put out more tins. I’ve never worked for a charity before, and EHAAT never really came to my attention - now I’m here I’m constantly amazed at the work we do, the generosity of our volunteers and the public with their money.
I joined in May 2019 and have always wanted to be given the chance to work in the charity sector. I love the diversity of the role, no 2 days are the same, engaging with volunteers and supporters. I feel proud to be part of the EHAAT family.
I joined in 2003 to work with the media, volunteers and on special projects and later became Communications Manager. My current role involves working with Trusts, Foundations and Corporates to help raise vital funds for a life-saving service of which I'm very proud to be a part.
As Charity Shop Manager in Burnham my main aim is to make as much money as possible for EHAAT. I’m constantly amazed at the generosity of people and the support that EHAAT receives. It’s so rewarding to work for a Charity where every penny is going to a worthwhile course.
I love that I am able to give back to EHAAT as they looked after me when I was involved in a car accident. I enjoy working in the shop as I get to interact with other people. Before working here, I worked in a school as an Admin Assistant.
I love hearing stories from customers of their experiences with the air ambulances. I enjoy the fast paced environment of the role and what we represent as a charity.
I love the variety of working in a Charity Shop and Hitchin is a great town to run a shop in. We opened in early 2018 and I look forward to continue helping the shop grow and raise lots of money for a great Charity with the help of some great Volunteers.
I joined EHAAT in March 2017 when we opened the Royston Shop. Our fundraising continues to grow helped by the generosity of donations from the general public and the work of our wonderful volunteers.
I have worked in the voluntary sector for over seven years. Previous to my role as Charity Shop Assistant, I volunteered for Essex & Herts Air Ambulance at the Hitchin shop when it first opened.
The best thing about working at EHAAT is knowing that I am helping to keep the helicopters flying and listening to people’s stories. When I’m not working for the Charity I enjoy walking my dog and going to the gym.
I have worked as an EHAAT canvasser for 6 years. Prior to this job I worked for British Gas. It is a pleasure to be part of such a great cause, helping to raise the critical funds need to keep the Charity operational and saving lives.
After a career as a plasterer I joined EHAAT as a canvasser 8 years ago. It is truly rewarding knowing that you are contributing to the Charity’s success. The Charity is improving their procedures and saving more lives from the funds generated by the public's support.
I've been working for EHAAT for 5 years after many years working in the construction industry. I'm proud of the fact that in those five years I have played a part in more than DOUBLING the Flight for Life Lottery membership, providing vital funds for the Charity.
I have worked for EHAAT for 5 years and consider it a privilege to work for such a highly respected charitable service. I love being out talking to different people with different life experiences. It makes the job so interesting, varied and keeps me enthusiastic.
I joined EHAAT as a canvasser for the lottery 6 years ago, after a career in plastering. My job gives me great satisfaction knowing that we are working towards making the Charity a success through raising awareness of the Flight for Life Lottery.
I've been working for EHAAT for 18 months now and I've always worked in sales roles. I find being a canvasser very rewarding knowing that between us and the public we keep this vital service running.
The best thing about representing EHAAT is the powerful brand coupled with positive feedback received from the general public. I love the job flexibility as it means I can work around supporting my local rugby club and travel.
I enjoy working for the Charity because, not only is it less stressful than my previous role as a Surveyor, but it is satisfying knowing that what I do helps to keep the Charity operational.
I joined EHAAT in February 2022 as Campaign & Design Manager. I manage the design of all campaigns across the charity and am the Trust's brand ambassador.
I joined EHAAT in March 2022 as Fundraising & Marketing Administrator. My role is a varied and busy one; supporting the team with a variety of tasks, assisting supporters and attending events.
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Essex & Herts Air Ambulance Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales (1108989). Registered company in England and Wales (05397840). Registered address: Flight House, The Business Centre, Earls Colne Business Park, Earls Colne, Colchester CO6 2NS.
