Belgravia Leisure secures contract to manage Wollondilly’s swimming pools

Following an open and competitive tender process including independent financial assessment, Wollondilly Shire Council has announced Belgravia Leisure as the operating partner of its swimming pools.

Currently managing over 220 aquatic, recreation, sport and tourism sites across Australia and New Zealand, Belgravia Leisure Chief Executive, Nick Cox the company was honoured to be appointed manager and operator of the facilities.

Cox advised “Belgravia Leisure is proud to partner with Wollondilly Shire Council to manage Wollondilly Leisure Centre and the Warragamba Pool.

“We hope the community continues taking advantage of these great community spaces, especially in the lead up to summer and we are looking forward to working with Council in connecting the community to leisure.”

Wollondilly Shire Mayor Matt Gould noted “throughout the process, we have sought to get the best outcome including service quality and price for the operation of our swimming pools, on behalf of our communities.

“We expect that there will be minimal disruption to users and no changes to fees during the transition period, as the necessary adjustments are made. We know how important these facilities are for the health and wellbeing of our residents.”

Explaining that the company is committed to supporting the local economy, Belgravia Leisure’s South West NSW Area Manager, Scott Vanderheyden stated “this means continuing to hire local staff, engaging local suppliers, and keeping regional economies healthy through investing in resources from the area.”

The partnership will enable Council, located beyond the outer south-western fringe of Sydney, to work with Belgravia Leisure to maximise the use and community benefit of the venues by tapping into their established connections and networks.

Belgravia Leisure is also looking to recruit staff for seasonal positions across NSW, with Vanderheyden adding “for membership enquiries or if you are looking for a fulfilling career in leisure with opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact in your community, please visit Belgravia Leisure’s Simply the Best Summer Jobs and complete an expression of interest.

“We will pay for qualifications and training to ensure each candidate is ready to go.”

Click here to apply for these summer jobs.

Image: Wollondilly Community Leisure Centre.