Our Community Services Department is seeking to fill the newly created contract role of Recreation Coordinator. The position is offered on a one-year contract basis. Under the direction of the Manager of Community Services, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for planning, promoting, and delivering recreation programs across municipal facilities, parks, and other community spaces. You will ensure programs meet the diverse needs of South Huron residents while achieving the goals and objectives outlined in the Ontario Trillium Seed Grant Application. While in this role you will oversee programing at municipal facilities and locations. The Coordinator is also responsible for increasing facility utilization by identifying schedule gaps and actively promoting rental opportunities while promoting participation in programs.

The Ideal Candidate  

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional that has the following:

•          Post Secondary Diploma in Recreation and Leisure, Sport Management, Community Engagement or equivalent education.
•          Experience with program planning and delivery
•          High Five Principles of Health Child Development or a willingness to obtain prior to employment
•          Certified in Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED Level C
•          National Lifeguard Certification is a requirement, other designated pool certifications are considered an asset
•          Ability to maintain a valid Drivers G License with clean drivers abstract.
•          Effective inter-personal, management and written and oral communication skills
•          Strong organization skills to effectively complete/deliver and prioritize assigned tasks and responsibilities within the department and outlines in the grant application
•          Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS

Tangible Benefits

When you join us, you will be in receipt of the following amazing benefits:

•          Competitive salary and fantastic matching pension plan
•          Paid vacation and holidays
•          Strong employer paid health benefits coverage – health, vision & dental benefits
•          Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance
•          Supportive employee and family assistance program (EAP)
•          Great corporate training and leadership development
•          Great teamwork environment – have other professional and experienced staff to work with regularly
•          Opportunity to provide meaningful work

Working Conditions

Work occurs in an outdoor environment with a high degree of public contact, as well as exposure to highly sensitive and confidential issues, which may be of a personal nature. Regular lifting, carrying and management of supplies for the practice of lifesaving techniques. Occasional lifting and carrying will occur in this position. A flexible schedule is required as some work will take place outside core hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays. 

A detailed job description can be made available upon request.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until 4:30 PM on Monday, January 12, 2026.

How to Apply

Please submit your application preferably by email to:
Justin Finkbeiner, Talent and Workforce Manager
Municipality of South Huron
322 Main Street South
P.O. Box 759
Exeter, ON N0M 1S6
Email: jfinkbeiner@southhuron.ca

As a result of a vacancy, our Community Services Department is seeking to fill the role of Facilities Operator. Under the direction of the Foreperson of Community Services, provides facilities maintenance and supervision for municipal property and facilities. You will be responsible for the care, maintenance, and day-to-day operations of Municipal facilities including arenas, community centers, fire halls, parks, pools, splash pad, playgrounds, pavilions, sports fields, cemeteries, and the Port Blake Day Park. Your role will include maintenance activities including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry, painting, and mechanical. You will be responsible for completing daily, weekly, and annual maintenance activities and inspections of facilities, equipment and play spaces.

The ideal candidate: 

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional that has the following:

•          Completion of Secondary School, preferably with a background in trades and occupations.
•          Certification or willingness to become certified as a Facilities Operator, Pool Operator, Ice Technician, including Basic Refrigeration or Horticultural Technician
•          First Aid, CPR and AED Level C, WHMIS and propane handling certification.
•          Ability to maintain a valid Class G license.
•          A working knowledge of basic building construction and maintenance, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC and refrigeration.
•          Background experience and technical skills in ice making and resurfacing, refrigeration and grounds’ keeping.
•          Exposure to building, parks, playfield and cemeteries maintenance.
•          Ability to complete mathematical calculations for working with equipment and materials
•          Ability to regularly lift in excess of 25 kg.  

Tangible Benefits:

When you join us, you will be in receipt of the following amazing benefits:

•          Competitive salary and fantastic matching pension plan
•          Paid vacation and holidays
•          Strong employer paid health benefits coverage – health, vision & dental benefits
•          Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance
•          Supportive employee and family assistance program (EAP)
•          Great corporate training and leadership development
•          Great teamwork environment – have other professional and experienced staff to work with regularly
•         Opportunity to provide meaningful work

Working Conditions:

Work involves a substantial amount of heavy lifting, carrying, crawling and climbing. Operations continue in all weather, including severe conditions. A high degree of mental alertness is required to ensure the safety of self and others as working with heavy equipment, vehicles, unpredictable traffic conditions, tools and hazardous chemicals is required. Hours of work are scheduled based on operational requirements by a rotational shift including days, evenings, and weekends. A flexible schedule is required to account for operational coverage outside of core hours, including emergencies, holidays, weekends, on-call and seasonal shifts.

A detailed job description can be made available upon request.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until 4:30 PM on Tuesday, January 06, 2026.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume preferably by email to:

Justin Finkbeiner, Talent and Workforce Manager

Municipality of South Huron

322 Main Street South

P.O. Box 759

Exeter, ON N0M 1S6

Email: jfinkbeiner@southhuron.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used for candidate selection purposes only. Accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Job Title: Manager of Transportation Services – Full-Time

As a result of a vacancy, our Transportation Services Division is seeking to fill the role of Manager of Transportation Services. Reporting directly to the General Manager of Infrastructure and Development, the Manager of Transportation Services is responsible for directing, monitoring and overseeing the activities of the Transportation Services Department. You will be responsible to effectively plan, prioritize and ensure the successful implementation of the Transportation Services Department maintenance and construction programs. You will provide recommendations and advice to the General Manager of Infrastructure and Development.

The Ideal Candidate  

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional that has the following:

·         Post-secondary education in civil engineering or a related discipline

·         A minimum of 7 years’ experience in a leadership role in a municipal roads department.

·         Thorough working knowledge of municipal government, legislation/regulations/standards, including Minimum Maintenance Standards,  and contemporary management practices.

·         Certified Roads Supervisor (CRS) designation

·         Possesses strong management and supervisory skills, record keeping, problem solving, project / time management, analytical, communication skills, both oral and written and shall exhibit excellent interpersonal skills.

·         Ability to think and act appropriately in a political and community service environment and to deal courteously and effectively with elected officials, the general public, residents, staff, other departments, corporate contacts and other levels of government.

·         Experience in writing and implementing financial policies and developing sound business processes.

·         Excellent interpersonal, project/time/records management, organizational, analytical, research, communication, presentation, problem solving, and staff leadership and supervisory skills.

·         Knowledge and experience with operational and capital budget preparation.

·         Ability to establish and assign priorities, work programs and tasks for division staff and purchased professional series and ensure that the tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner, to meet Council and established service levels and deadlines.

·         Possess a valid “G” Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract deemed satisfactory by the Municipality, a DZ or AZ license is considered an asset.

·         Proper operation, care and maintenance of departmental equipment and other resources of the Transportation Services Division.

Tangible Benefits

When you join us, you will be in receipt of the following amazing benefits:

·         Competitive salary and fantastic matching pension plan

·         Paid vacation and holidays

·         Strong employer paid health benefits coverage – health, vision & dental benefits

·         Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance

·         Supportive employee and family assistance program (EAP)

·         Great corporate training and leadership development

·         Great teamwork environment – have other professional and experienced staff to work with regularly

·         Opportunity to provide meaningful work

Working Conditions

Work occurs in an office environment at an Operations Centre, with a high degree of public contact, as well as exposure to highly sensitive and confidential issues, which may be of a personal nature. This position requires long periods of sitting as well as consistent visual concentration upon computer screens.

Operations continue in all weather, including severe conditions such as freezing rain, blizzards and white outs with poor visibility and slippery conditions. A high degree of mental alertness is required to ensure the safety of self and others as working with and around heavy equipment, vehicles, unpredictable traffic conditions, tools and hazardous chemicals is required. Hours of work as scheduled within the core operating hours of 7:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.

A detailed job description can be made available upon request.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until 4:30 PM on Friday, December 12, 2025.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume preferably by email to:

Justin Finkbeiner, Talent and Workforce Manager

Municipality of South Huron

322 Main Street South

P.O. Box 759

Exeter, ON N0M 1S6

Email: jfinkbeiner@southhuron.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used for candidate selection purposes only. Accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.