
The PLUMBING JOINT INDUSTRY BOARD (SNIJIB) is an independent and neutral ‘not for profit’ organization. Membership of the SNIJIB Board comprises of nominated members from SNIPEF and Unite the Union whom together represent the interests of everyone in the plumbing and heating industry. |
Our Objectives
- show leadership, stimulate and further the progress within the Industry
- regulate relations between employers and operatives
- regulate wages, allowances and terms and conditions of employment (National Working Rules)
- provide benefits for people working in the industry
- improve skills and proficiency
- improve and maintain welfare and health and safety standards
- regulate and control employment
Our Function
- registration and grading of tradespeople and employees
- registration of apprentices maintenance of the National Working Rules (the collective terms and conditions of employment)
- administering Health and Safety tests and Grade cards in accordance with CSCS
- registration of apprentices maintenance of the National Working Rules (the collective terms and conditions of employment)
- maintenance of the National Working Rules (the collective terms and conditions of employment)
- resolution of dispute & administering the industry’s Holiday and Sick Pay Schemes for employers
- administering the Tool replacement Scheme for employees
Latest News
Office Holiday Closure
The SNIJIB shall be closed for the September weekend. We shall be back at work on Tuesday 19 September. We deal with your enquiries as soon as we can on our return.
Enquiries
The SNIJIB is currently experiencing a large volume of enquiries and we are short staffed. Please be patient while we deal with your enquiry as soon as we can. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.
Recruiting an apprentice
Employers wishing to recuit an apprentice and receive funding support, please contact SNIPEF Training Services here.
SNIJIB
(0131)-524-1225
Office Hours – 8am-4pm (3:30pm Friday)
Please provide your national insurance number or SNIJIB card number when contacting the SNIJIB.

