About this role
Southwestern Public Health prides itself on the flexible work environment that employees have come to appreciate and value. SWPH is a workplace where employees are integral to the research, planning, collaborative efforts and delivery of programs and services.
This position is presently located at the Woodstock site.
This posting is for one (1) current vacancy.
This position is anticipated to extend from May 4, 2026 until August 28, 2026, subject to availability of work and funding.
Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Health, Southwestern Public Health is seeking a motivated, outgoing, self-starting individual who is committed to excellence and integrity and who is interested to contributing to the Environmental Health Team.
This position will be exposed to different environmental health activities, including inspections and investigations related to food safety, water quality, rabies, health hazard, infection prevention and control. This position will include training that supports the candidate to fulfill the field training requirement for Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors.
Essential Qualifications
Education
• Currently enrolled or completed post secondary Bachelor of Sciences in Environmental Health program that has been accredited by the CIPHI Board of Certification.
Skills and Abilities
• Demonstrated basic computer skills in a variety of standard programs.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with others in a mentored team setting.
• Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively in a busy environment.
Special Conditions
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable access to an insured working vehicle.
• A criminal reference check completed within the last six (6) months from a Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC), inclusive of vulnerable sector screening, will be required of the successful candidate.
Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement.
Salary: $20.00/hr (70 hours in a two-week period).
Will receive vacation pay each pay period.
A criminal reference check completed within the last six (6) months from a Canadian Police Information Centre (CPID), inclusive of vulnerable sector screening, will be required of the successful candidate.
Immunization Requirements: Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, are able to provide proof of immunization, and acknowledgement to follow Southwestern Public Health's policies and processes related to COVID-19 management in the workplace.
Southwestern Public Health strives to meet the standards set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Customer Service Regulation, and will support candidates to modify our recruitment and selection process, should there be a need to modify or remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should a candidate be contacted and require accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment and selection processes, please notify the Human Resources representative who has contacted you.
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those under consideration will be contacted.
Other facts
About Southwestern Public Health
Southwestern Public Health works with its partners to ensure the health of the whole community. Our programs respond to public health emergencies; promote healthy lifestyles; help prevent injuries, illness, and disease in the community; and promote positive change and social conditions that improve health.
Southwestern Public Health delivers mandated programs under the Ontario Public Health Standards and is legislated by the Ontario Health Protection and Promotion Act. The health unit maintains primary locations in Woodstock and St. Thomas.
What you'll do
- The Student Public Health Inspector will be involved in various environmental health activities, including inspections and investigations related to food safety and water quality. The position also includes training to fulfill field training requirements for the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors.
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