Ryan Benney
Penrith,Australia
Summary
Experienced paramedic with 18+ years of operational management expertise. Proven ability to lead teams, optimise workflows, and deliver high-quality patient care. Strong analytical, organisational, and mentoring skills aligned with NSW Ambulance CORE values.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Station Officer
NSW Ambulance
01.2016 - Current
- Assist Duty Operations Manager with station operations
- Mentor staff to uphold CORE values and a respectful workplace
- Oversee clinical compliance, patient flow, and medication management
- Manage grievances, rosters, and incident responses
Acting Sector Duty Operations Manager
NSW Ambulance
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Coordinate staff agreements, return-to-work plans, and leave processes
- Facilitate governance meetings and prepare briefing notes
- Monitor compliance with training and protocols
Acting Deployment Officer
NSW Ambulance
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Manage, develop and disseminate staff rosters
- Prepare and present essential staffing availability reports
- Process leave applications within rostering protocols
- Management of staff allocation to mandatory training courses
Operational Paramedic
NSW Ambulance
09.2006 - Current
- Deliver exceptional pre-hospital emergency care
- Document medical history and treatment with precision
- Solve clinical/logistical challenges in high-pressure settings
- Mentor trainees and promote adherence to policies
Sector Logistics Officer
NSW Ambulance
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Coordinated staff for court appearances and managed all police matters
Patient Transport Officer
NSW Ambulance
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Facilitated non-emergency patient transfers
Customer Service Representative
Olex Australia
01.2003 - 01.2004
Sales Representative
Moduline Pty Ltd
01.2001 - 01.2002
Education
Diploma of Paramedical Science -
NSW Ambulance
NSW, Australia09-2009
Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport -
NSW Ambulance
NSW, Australia11-2004
Higher School Certificate -
Cambridge Park High School
12-1997
Skills
- Effective problem-solving under pressure
- Strong interpersonal communication, verbal and written communication
- Excellent planning, organisation and attention to detail
- Proficient with MS Office Suite and industry-specific systems
- Quick adaptability to new skills and systems
- Experience in team and budget management
Certification
- Capable Leader Management Development Program, NSW Health, 01/01/21
- Emergency Management & Operations (various modules), Ministry Police & Emergency Services, 01/01/15
- Forward Commanders Course, NSW Ambulance, 01/01/15
- Senior First Aid
- OH&S for Construction
- Respecting the Difference
Hobbies and Interests
- 4WD & Camping
- Sports
- DIY Projects
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Acting Station Officer
NSW Ambulance
01.2016 - Current
Acting Sector Duty Operations Manager
NSW Ambulance
01.2015 - 01.2018
Acting Deployment Officer
NSW Ambulance
01.2014 - 01.2015
Sector Logistics Officer
NSW Ambulance
01.2013 - 01.2014
Operational Paramedic
NSW Ambulance
09.2006 - Current
Patient Transport Officer
NSW Ambulance
01.2004 - 01.2006
Customer Service Representative
Olex Australia
01.2003 - 01.2004
Sales Representative
Moduline Pty Ltd
01.2001 - 01.2002
Diploma of Paramedical Science -
NSW Ambulance
Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport -
NSW Ambulance
Higher School Certificate -
Cambridge Park High School
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