SNIPEF

SNIPEF Scotland and Northern Ireland's Trade Federation for the Plumbing and Heating Industry. πŸ’§πŸ”§πŸš°

Established in 1923, SNIPEF exists to promote professional plumbing in Scotland and Northern Ireland. SNIPEF members are licensed plumbing firms offering a wide range of reliable services carried out by skilled and properly trained plumbers and heating engineers. You can find a local Licensed Plumber by visiting needaplumber.org

If you wish to train to be a plumber or join the plumbing industry

in Scotland or Northern Ireland visit:
becomeaplumber.org

If you want information about the benefits of joining SNIPEF and becoming licensed visit: snipef.org/become_licenced/intro.htm

Congratulations to Paul Dodds MBE on receiving the Merit Award at this year’s SNIPEF AGM in recognition of his outstandi...
18/06/2026

Congratulations to Paul Dodds MBE on receiving the Merit Award at this year’s SNIPEF AGM in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the plumbing and heating profession πŸ‘

From starting his career as a plumbing apprentice to becoming a lecturer, senior education leader, Skills Competition Manager for WorldSkills International and WorldSkills UK Plumbing Training Manager, Paul has dedicated decades to developing skills, supporting apprentices and raising standards across the industry.

His work with BPEC SkillPLUMB competitions has helped countless apprentices showcase their talent and progress their careers, while his coaching and mentoring of WorldSkills UK competitors played a key role in promoting excellence on the international stage.

Paul’s commitment to skills development, technical excellence and the next generation of plumbing and heating professionals has left a lasting legacy both in the UK and around the world.

Congratulations, Paul, on a thoroughly deserved recognition of your achievements.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐑𝐞 π’ππˆππ„π… 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚π₯π₯πžπ«π’π‡πŽπ– πŸπŸŽπŸπŸ”InstallerSHOW is almost here, and we’re looking forward to meeting members, af...
17/06/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐑𝐞 π’ππˆππ„π… 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚π₯π₯πžπ«π’π‡πŽπ– πŸπŸŽπŸπŸ”

InstallerSHOW is almost here, and we’re looking forward to meeting members, affiliates and industry colleagues at the NEC Birmingham from 23–25 June.

Our team will be on Stand 4J11 throughout the event, alongside our friends at the Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors, ready to discuss the issues that matter most to the plumbing and heating profession.

Whether you’d like to learn more about our work, discuss apprenticeships and skills, find out about the support available to members, raise industry concerns or simply catch up over a coffee, we’d be delighted to see you.

If you’re attending the show, feel free to stop by the stand and say hello. Alternatively, if you would like to arrange a meeting in advance, please contact Gail Hume at [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you at InstallerSHOW.

And the winner is ….πŸ₯‡Congratulations to Sweyn MacAskill of Moray Council and UHI Moray who has won the Leadwork Category...
12/06/2026

And the winner is ….πŸ₯‡

Congratulations to Sweyn MacAskill of Moray Council and UHI Moray who has won the Leadwork Category

Logan Fawkes of Dumfries and Galloway College claimed second placeπŸ₯ˆ

Ross Dingwall of ID Plumbing & Heating and Glasgow Clyde College took home third place πŸ₯‰

And the winner is ….πŸ₯‡Congratulations to Blake Lockhart of HF Mechanical and Electrical Ltd and South Lanarkshire College...
12/06/2026

And the winner is ….πŸ₯‡

Congratulations to Blake Lockhart of HF Mechanical and Electrical Ltd and South Lanarkshire College who has won the Renewable Technologies Category

Calum Wylie of Orbis Services Ltd and UHI Inverness claimed second placeπŸ₯ˆ

Aiden Docherty of HF Electrical Ltd and South Lanarkshire College took home third place πŸ₯‰

The SPAY 2026 prizegiving is just around the corner.Stay tuned πŸ”œ
12/06/2026

The SPAY 2026 prizegiving is just around the corner.

Stay tuned πŸ”œ

♻️ The renewable technologies category is in full swing at SPAY 2026, giving competitors the opportunity to demonstrate ...
12/06/2026

♻️ The renewable technologies category is in full swing at SPAY 2026, giving competitors the opportunity to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for low carbon heating systems.

West College Scotland

πŸ› οΈ The BPEC SkillPLUMB copper category is underway at SPAY 2026, with competitors demonstrating the precision and pract...
12/06/2026

πŸ› οΈ The BPEC SkillPLUMB copper category is underway at SPAY 2026, with competitors demonstrating the precision and practical skills that are fundamental to the plumbing and heating profession.

West College Scotland

πŸ› οΈ Competitors are putting their precision, craftsmanship and attention to detail to the test in the leadwork category a...
12/06/2026

πŸ› οΈ Competitors are putting their precision, craftsmanship and attention to detail to the test in the leadwork category at SPAY 2026.

West College Scotland

The 51st Scottish Plumbing Apprentice of the Year competition is officially underway πŸ› οΈ Eric Brownlie, Education Consult...
12/06/2026

The 51st Scottish Plumbing Apprentice of the Year competition is officially underway πŸ› οΈ

Eric Brownlie, Education Consultant at West College Scotland gave the opening address, welcoming competitors and emphasising the college’s shared ambition with SNIPEF to support the next generation of plumbing and heating professionals.

He said: "This competition has a proud history of showcasing outstanding talent, and it continues to highlight the life-changing opportunities that apprenticeships provide.

"To all our competitors: you should be incredibly proud to be here. Your commitment to developing your craft, across traditional and emerging technologies, reflects the very best of our sector."

Check back in with us soon to see how our apprentices are getting on in the competition πŸ”œ

Join SNIPEF for our upcoming webinar on Industry Standard Update 133: Tightness Testing, presented by Gary McNeil, Techn...
11/06/2026

Join SNIPEF for our upcoming webinar on Industry Standard Update 133: Tightness Testing, presented by Gary McNeil, Technical Advisor & Trainer at SNIPEF.

This practical 45-minute session will break down the key changes introduced in Update 133, including the move from traditional meter-based gas tightness testing to a volume-based approach.

Designed for gas engineers and contractors across Scotland and Northern Ireland, the webinar will explain what’s changing, why it matters, and how to apply the updated guidance correctly on site.

Gary will also cover common compliance pitfalls and provide clear, practical advice to help engineers navigate the transition with confidence.

βœ”οΈ Understand the key changes in Update 133
βœ”οΈ Gain clarity on updated tightness testing and purging procedures
βœ”οΈ Avoid common compliance mistakes during the transition period

Whether you work on domestic or commercial installations, this session will help you stay compliant, confident and up to date.

Sign up to the free webinar here πŸ‘‡
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