Student, Health - Waterloo, Canada - Region of Waterloo

Region of Waterloo
Region of Waterloo
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Waterloo, Canada

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Committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations, the Region of Waterloo is an inclusive, thriving and sustainable region of connected rural and urban communities with global reach.

Our mission is to serve, engage and inspire, by delivering quality services to a diverse population of 630,000+, while creating a healthy, collaborative environment of learning, respect and innovation.

Our students play an integral role in delivering the highest quality service to the Region's diverse population.

Why be a student at the Region of Waterloo? Our program provides opportunities to:

Develop your career goals in a positive and supportive work environment.

Make a difference in the community.

Gain valuable work experience and build connections.

Receive competitive compensation.

Provides assistance to Corporate Health & Safety staff with research and development of health and safety programs and projects.

Promotes safe and healthy work practices and corporate programs.

Researches regulatory requirements applicable to work performed by and on behalf of the Region.

Recommends corrective measures to control hazards that are specific to the work environment.

Performs related duties as assigned.


Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety, normally acquired through enrolment in a Health and Safety, Science, Engineering, or equivalent program.


Familiarity with health and safety-related regulations, codes, and standards, such as CSA standards and practices pertinent to industrial and healthcare workplaces; construction projects; and ergonomics.

Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, and related legislation.

Computer skills using software such as Microsoft Office and a document management system.


Ability to read and interpret health and safety legislation, codes, standards, and practices; conduct research and understand scientific studies and other technical documents; and translate technical information into plain language.


Ability to assist with the writing of policies and procedures, advice and instruction on various topics, including reports, proposals, articles, and statistical analyses from a health and safety perspective, involving precise use of language.

Ability to travel to locations within Waterloo Region.

Ability to support and demonstrate the Region's values.


Please Note:

- secondary level, though not full-time students, are eligible for related student employment opportunities, where an appropriate match exists i.e. full-time employee in Community Services taking part-time courses to become a caseworker is eligible for a summer student caseworker position.


How to Apply:

The Region of Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At the Region, we respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity. The Region of Waterloo is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Alternate formats of this document are available upon request. Please contact Service First Contact Centre at phone number , or TTY number to request an alternate format.
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