Paul works as a mobile mechanic and is based at Boston, in Lincolnshire. He’s been with EMAS for five years, and this will be the fourth Christmas Day he has worked. Prior to joining EMAS, he was a mechanic in the RAF for 24 years and at an HGV company, which used to repair our vehicles.
Paul said: “I really like working for EMAS as you know that you’re putting vehicles on the road so they can be used to respond to patients. Also, it’s really nice to get the positive feedback we receive from colleagues and the public.”
Lou has been with EMAS for three years and is part of the team who clean and stock our ambulances to make sure they are ready to hit the road when needed.
She volunteered to work Christmas Day and Boxing Day to be with Paul.
Lou said: “Our son is in the police force and is also working over the Christmas period, so I would rather be here with Paul, to help out.”
Paul and Lou are celebrating Christmas today with their family by watching a private showing of the new Wonka film at a local cinema.
Lou said: “Our grandchildren are 5, 6 and 8 and are at an age now that they should enjoy it. We’re having pizza after, so not the traditional Christmas but it’s about making memories of your own and that doesn’t have to be on the actual day.”
Paul added that there’s also plenty of festive cheer at our stations when he’s visiting them, as he’s one of six mobile mechanics that look after all of our vehicles in Lincolnshire.
He said: “There’s usually a Christmas tree up and everyone brings in food to share. You don’t get hungry travelling from station to station.”
Finally, Paul, who will also be working over New Years, had some advice for motorists this festive season.
He said: “Make sure you check your vehicle before heading out and most importantly, only drive if necessary when the weather is bad.”