Camden Aquatic &
Leisure Centres
Welcome to BlueFit
Welcome to BlueFit
Camden Aquatic & Leisure Centres | Employee Information
Welcome
Following a comprehensive public tender process, Camden Council has appointed BlueFit as the new operator of the Council’s Aquatic and Leisure centres commencing 1 July 2024.
The Y NSW, Camden Council, and BlueFit are committed to keeping all employees informed during the transition process and providing you with relevant information to support you during the change in management process. May we assure all employees that it will be a ‘business as usual approach’ during the transition process and leading up to the change in management on 1 July 2024.
On behalf of Camden Council and BlueFit, we would like to acknowledge and thank every single employee for your ongoing support and contribution to the local community and members at Mount Annan and the Camden War Memorial Pool. We are excited about the future for all of Camden’s Aquatic and Leisure Centres, and we look forward to building upon the great community services and legacy of the Y NSW in the future.
About BlueFit
BlueFit forms part of the BlueFit Group, a national leisure management group, which operates approximately 63 facilities across Australia.
Founded in 2007 by owner and Chief Executive Officer Todd McHardy, BlueFit has worked in partnership with Local Government, Private Enterprise, and various partners delivering sport, recreation, and aquatic programs and services nationwide.
BlueFit now operates a range of swim schools and leisure facilities across Australia, providing valuable programs, services, and membership opportunities which include swimming lessons for more than 40,000 students weekly.
Learn more about BlueFit in the video below:
This website has been set up for current employees of Y NSW to share important information about the change in management process and your employment with BlueFit. This webpage includes a range of frequently asked questions and important information to ensure you are informed about the future change in management.
Your Employment
Whilst this is an exciting time for BlueFit, we appreciate that some team members may be nervous when it comes to the transition and understand it comes with some uncertainty for current employees.
Expression of interest (EOI) process
It is important to note your employment between Y NSW and BlueFit will not occur without each employee completing an expression of interest form. All employees are required to complete this form should they wish to continue to work at the Centres from 1 July 2024.
To submit your EOI for employment at the Camden Aquatic & Leisure Centres under BlueFit. click on the button below. Once you have submitted your EOI we recommend you keep an eye on your email (including junk folders) for further information and instructions from BlueFit.
Any existing employees who do not lodge an EOI will not be considered for employment and not form part of BlueFit’s recruitment process.
For employees wishing to be considered for a position with BlueFit, you will need to complete our expression of interest process before 26 May 2024 to be considered for a role. All future communications about the recruitment process and subsequent transition process from BlueFit will only be sent to employees who have expressed an interest in employment.
EOI submission is due by close of business 26 May 2024.
Key Dates
The dates below will provide you with a general overview of our timelines and processes to ensure all team members are onboarded, inducted and trained before the change in management date. These dates are a guide only and are subject to change.
You must understand the key due dates in the timetable below given the short period of time we have to achieve all actions required with the change in management and most importantly ensure our team members are paid on time
21 May 2024 | Team member briefing at the Mount Annan Leisure Centre. |
21 May 2024 | Team member Expression of Interest (EOI) applications open. |
26 May 2024 | Team member Expression of Interest (EOI) applications are due by close of business. |
7 June 2024 | Recruitment and selection process conducted. |
7 June 2024 | Applications advised of the outcome of recruitment and selection process. |
10 June 2024 | Team members receive employment contracts and onboarding documentation via SALT self service. |
14 June 2024 | Team members required to complete onboarding and upload all qualifications via SALT self service. |
14 June 2024 | Team members to receive invites for in person training conducted at the Mount Annan Leisure Centre. |
1 July 2024 | BlueFit operational responsibility for Camden Aquatic & Leisure Centres to commence. |
Frequently Asked Questions for staff
We understand that during this time of change there will be a number of questions raised by employees. We hope that viewing our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ below will answer any of the questions or concerns you may have.
BlueFit is part of the BlueFit Group (www.bluefit.com.au)
Founded in 2007 by owner and Chief Executive Officer Todd Mchardy, BlueFit has worked in partnership with Local Government, Private Enterprise and various partners delivering sport, recreation and aquatic programs and services nationwide.
Operating more than 63 facilities nationwide, BlueFit is committed to Inspiring Community Activity in the communities we serve. In fact, this underpins everything we do in our facilities and swim schools.
Following a comprehensive public tender process, Camden Council has appointed BlueFit as the new operator of the Council’s Aquatic and Leisure Centres commencing 1 July 2024.
From 1 July 2024, BlueFit will be the new operator of Camden Council’s Leisure & Aquatic Facilities. The Centres will continue to operate ‘business as usual’ and all current employees will continue with their current employment until the change in management.
Once BlueFit commences management of Camden’s Aquatic & Leisure Facilities, small changes will be made to any branding, program structure, and systems.
The swimming lesson program will transfer to the BlueFit Swimming program and other program changes will be implemented at the Centres.
While we cannot guarantee employment for all current employees, we anticipate that the majority of existing staff will receive an offer to continue their employment with BlueFit provided they meet the required criteria for the role in which they applied and have demonstrated the values and attributes expected of BlueFit employees throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Although BlueFit operates its leisure and aquatic facilities differently from Y NSW, we expect that most staff will be offered a role similar to their current one.
BlueFit believes in inclusivity; therefore, we encourage people of all genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientation, and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply.
BlueFits recruitment and selection process comprises five (5) succinct steps.
Step 1 – Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)
Team members wishing to apply for a position at the Camden Leisure & Aquatic Facilities with BlueFit must complete an Expression of Interest. The EOI is due by 24 May 2024.
Y NSW employees should complete their Expression of Interest to be considered for a role at the Camden Leisure & Aquatic Facilities.. Any team member that does not lodge an EOI will not be considered for employment. Please follow all the instructions, your application will include:
- Your availability to work shifts
- Previous experience
- Why you want to work with us
Step 2 – Interviews
Depending on the job you are applying for, you may be required to attend a group interview. Should you be required to attend, you will receive a notification via email with sessions available to book. A range of days and times will be offered to applicants including online.
Step 3 – Notification to applicants
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application and interview via email. If you are successful, your offer of employment will be conditional on providing the necessary qualifications, clearances and pre-employment checks required. Refer to your email for further details.
Step 4 – Onboarding in SALT self service
Successful candidates will be required to complete an online onboarding process in SALT self service. This includes reviewing and agreeing to your employment contract online as well as completing online compliance requirements.
Active employees will receive an invitation to commence onboarding online. This must be completed before the commencement of your initial shift. This includes electronically signing your employment agreement as well as reviewing and acknowledging key employment policies.
You need to prepare the following information for your onboarding:
- Your bank account details
- Your tax file number
- Your superannuation details
- Your emergency contact details
- All qualifications
It is important to note that all qualifications and clearances are subject to central verification to ensure each employee holds the current qualifications and clearances for the role you perform.
Yes, to be employed by BlueFit we may be required to confirm your working rights in Australia. If requested you must supply one of the following:
- Copy of a current Passport photo page; or
- Copy of your birth certificate & current photo ID
BlueFit is a family-owned and operated business that has been servicing the community for over 16 years. We treat our team members like family and value team members who demonstrate outstanding service and who are committed to achieving our mission.
People are our biggest asset at BlueFit and our team members are treated with respect. We are always looking for people who are positive team players and always willing to go that extra mile when it comes to ensuring our families have a great experience in our facilities and swim schools.
We require all staff over 18 years of age to hold a current Working with Children’s Check as part of our Child Safety Framework. In addition, BlueFit team members must hold a current First Aid and CPR qualification. Swim instructors must hold a current teaching qualification and some roles may require a lifeguard qualification.
It is the responsibility of each staff member to keep the necessary qualifications and clearances active at all times.
Southern Education, BlueFit’s internal RTO will provide courses locally close to the change in management date. Any new employee who does not have an active mandatory qualification will be required to book into one of these courses.
If you are offered employment with BlueFit, you will be issued a new employment contract as a new employee. Please note that any previous service and statutory entitlements, such as leave and long service leave, with your former employer will not be recognised or carried over to BlueFit. Additionally, your employment with BlueFit will be subject to a probationary period of six months.
Upon cessation of employment with any organisation, it is customary to expect that all statutory entitlements owed to you would be settled at the termination date of your employment. You should discuss these matters directly with your current employer.
BlueFit has a fortnightly pay cycle. All employees receive their pay transferred electronically to a personal bank account nominated during your onboarding process. Additionally, your payslip will be sent to the email address you provide as part of your onboarding through SALT self-service or alternatively you can access via cloud payroll.
BlueFit will pay your wages or salary effective from the operational start date relevant to your place of employment. You will be paid for any training hours that you complete with BlueFit.
Your first payment will be processed on 6 July 2024.
As you will be a new employee of BlueFit, you will be issued with a new employment contract that will reference the Fitness Industry Award 2020 as the industrial agreement that governs your terms and conditions of employment.
Your pay rates will be in line with the Fitness Industry Award.
The terms and conditions of your employment agreement with Y NSW will not apply if you commence employment with us.
Group Fitness Instructor class rates will be discussed during the recruitment process.
We regularly review staffing and team member rosters based on the operational needs of the business, customer demands and enrolment numbers.
As part of your onboarding process, we will request availability from all employees, and we will always work with team members to ensure rosters are based on availability and business needs. That said, team members with greater flexibility and availability will enjoy a broader selection of shifts available.
We expect all team members to commit to rosters assigned to them to maintain consistency in instructors for our families and high standards of service.
Team members should expect to be rostered into various schedules that reflect the operational needs of the business. It is important to note that employment agreements do not set out specific times and days of work and team members cannot claim rights to specific shifts unless entitled to a set work pattern as a part-time employee.
While we cannot assure you that all leave approved by your previous employer will be possible, we encourage you to discuss any leave arrangements with us as part of the recruitment process.
Permanent employees will be asked about ‘approved’ leave as part of their application and interview process to help our resource planning.
Yes. However, this is a discussion you will need to have with the YMCA. For you to continue to be employed at the Camden Leisure & Aquatic Facilities, you will need to become an employee of BlueFit.
Yes. To become an employee of BlueFit you will be required to sign a new Employment Contract as part of your onboarding process. Employment agreements will refer to the Fitness Industry Award 2020 that will govern the conditions of your employment with BlueFit.
Yes. Subject to availability, BlueFit can roster employees at other locations we manage nationwide. Furthermore, team members may like to consider career development opportunities that may become available from time to time at other BlueFit locations.