The County of Essex has announced the next chief of Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Management.
Deputy Chief Justin Lammers is being promoted as he takes over from retiring Chief Bruce Krauter.
Lammers will officially assume the role as of Oct. 9 while Krauter will stay on in an advisory role during the transition.
According to a release, Lammers was named chief after an extensive and thorough recruitment campaign that followed Krauter’s announcement in May that he would retire by the end of February 2024.
Lammers joined Essex-Windsor EMS as a paramedic in 2005 and has held several leadership positions during that time.
"I’m incredibly excited for the opportunity to lead our organization as we overcome challenges and keep striving to provide the best emergency medical services possible," Lammers said. "I am proud of our entire team for continuing to show resilience in the face of adversity and always aiming higher. Their commitment inspires me and helps fuel my passion for Essex-Windsor EMS, paramedicine and serving the residents of our community."
He is a graduate of St. Clair College's paramedic program and Georgian College's advanced care paramedic certificate program, and is currently pursuing a bachelor of applied business in emergency services.
In 2021, he received a St. Clair College Alumni Award of Distinction.