Thomas Coates

Thomas Coates is an experienced air traffic controller currently serving at Airservices Australia since May 2022, with a focus on training at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. Prior to this role, Thomas spent over three years at eHealth NSW as Manager of the Frontline Applications Unit, overseeing a team responsible for critical emergency response systems. Thomas also held various positions at NSW Ambulance, including System Analyst and Operational Support Manager, where responsibilities included developing policies for operational readiness and managing emergency communications. Additionally, Thomas worked as a Duty Control Centre Officer, utilizing clinical training in high-pressure environments, and started as a Technical Support Officer within the NSW Department of Education and Communities. Thomas holds a Bachelor of Clinical Practice in Paramedicine from Charles Sturt University.