CIBSE NEWS IN BRIEF Are you saying #IamCIBSE? The #IamCIBSE campaign has prompted many members to share selfies, words and photos, letting the world know the best things about their jobs, being part of CIBSE, and working in the building services sector. Visit cibse.org/ IamCIBSE to get involved and start celebrating the industry. Reward for backing engineers careers The entry deadline for CIBSE Employer of the Year is fast approaching. Part of the CIBSE Young Engineers Awards which include the Graduate of the Year accolade the competition celebrates employers that show dedication and commitment to recruiting, nurturing and empowering young engineers, aswell as supporting them through their careers. Entries must be received by 1August. Visit www.cibse.org/yea Winners will be announced at the awards event on 10 October. New SLL president urges an emphasis on quality Shove also calls for renewed focus on technical education and apprenticeships In his inaugural address as president of the Society of Light and Lighting (SLL), Jim Shove set out plans to emphasise the importance ofquality and best practice in the face of value engineering. Shove was appointed president at the SLL AGM in May, taking over the role from Iain Carlile. He thanked Carlile and his predecessor, Richard Caple, adding that he was keen to build upon the work they have done in relation to science, technology, Patrons support newcareer guides CIBSE has updated its range of building services career guides, sponsored by CIBSE Patrons and targeting students and their parents. The guides aim to promote careers within the industry, and look at what it is like to work in building services. They also provide guidance on how to develop a career as a building services engineer. There are fact sheets for three age groups 11-14, GCSE (or equivalent) and those considering university and two parents guides. Download them at www. cibse.org/careers or request them from membership@cibse.org New SLL president Jim Shove engineering and maths (STEM), and close the gaps where talent might not be recognised or nurtured. Shove said he had enjoyed watching the developments in lighting technology, manufacturing and design, but is concerned about instances where design integrity is challenged on the basis of value engineering. He outlined his intentions to work alongside other professional bodies and government to promote a better understanding of the ramifications of putting cost above quality within the built environment. The new president also wants the Society to be a leading source of information on circadian lighting, an area of increasing interest. Referencing its position paper on the subject, he highlighted ongoing research in this area and emphasised the importance of clarity particularly in relation to health. In addition, Shove called for renewed focus on access to technical education, enabling students that may not be academically strong to gain confidence and skills through a learning style more suited to their needs. He will be looking to the SLL to work with other institutions to promote the benefits of apprenticeships. He concluded his address by recognising the ongoing work of the Societys committee chairs, members, regional representatives and staff. For more information, visit www.sll.org.uk or contact sll@cibse.org SoPHE Northern Dinner a success The 9th Northern Dinner of the Society of Public Health Engineers (SoPHE) took place at the Midland Hotel, Manchester, on 10 May. SoPHE chair Jonathan Gaunt started proceedings by updating guests on the progress the Society has made during the year, including around the number of individual and industrial associate members. He thanked all the regional secretaries for their hard work and dedication. The event was attended by new CIBSE President Lynne Jack, who co-founded the Scottish region of SoPHE, and the guest speaker was Graham Poll, former Premier League football referee. He entertained the attendees with stories from his sporting past, including the infamous incident when he booked the same player three times in the same match in the World Cup in Germany. Alan Flight, SoPHE industrial associate chair, concluded the evening by thanking everyone present and especially the table sponsors for their continuing support. SoPHE Northern would like to thank everyone involved for their support with thisdinner. The next one the Societys 10th will be held on 8 May 2020. 12 July 2019 www.cibsejournal.com CIBSE July19 pp12-15 CIBSE News.indd 12 21/06/2019 14:41