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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. SNIJIB Constitution

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

Office Closure 12th August

Please be aware that the SNIJIB will be closed on the 12th of August for staff training. We will reply to everyone in due course upon our return.

by SNIJIB_Admin 11th August 202611th August 2026

HMRC has agreed the Lodging Allowance 2026

We have now received agreement from HMRC to approve the lodging allowance from £50 to £53.40. Click here to find a copy of the Graded rates of wages and allowances agreement 2026-2028.

by SNIJIB_Admin 4th June 20268th June 2026