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Licensed Electricians in Canberra, ACT

8577 Verified Browse all verified licensed electricians serving Canberra and surrounding suburbs.
Data last updated: 17 February 2026 from Access Canberra register

Electrician Directory — Canberra, ACT

BRAD KEITH MCINNESActive
Licence199811498
ClassUnrestricted
BRADEN HARRISONActive
Licence2025547
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY ASPLANDActive
Licence2021617
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY BATTExpired
Licence20201413
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY BURTENSHAWActive
Licence2021821
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY CHARLES DavisExpired
Licence201659
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY CHARLTONActive
Licence20201393
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY DARREN PHILLIP DOWNESActive
Licence20151031
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY DEANActive
Licence20241700
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY DEAN WILLIAMSExpired
Licence20141301
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY DOIDGEExpired
Licence2019866
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY EDWARD NORTONExpired
Licence200313441
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY GREG BANKSExpired
Licence2012905
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY GRIFFINExpired
Licence2018822
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY GRIMSONActive
Licence2024608
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
BRADLEY HARDYExpired
Licence20211204
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY HARRIDGEActive
Licence2018860
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY HODGEExpired
Licence2024454
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY HOFFMANNActive
Licence2024981
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY HUGHESActive
Licence2012735
ClassClass C
BRADLEY HYLANDActive
Licence2023870
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
BRADLEY IAN WILLIAMSExpired
Licence2008329
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JAMES CLARKActive
Licence19936296
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JAMES DOUGLASActive
Licence20071066
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JAMES HEARNActive
Licence200012021
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JAMES ROBERTSONActive
Licence2009961
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JAMES STOKESActive
Licence20111431
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JOHN FINNIGANActive
Licence19946935
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JOHN HEFFERNANActive
Licence20251175
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JOHN LIGGINSExpired
Licence2019680
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JOHN WELSHActive
Licence2005910
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY JOHNSTONExpired
Licence20221067
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY LEECHExpired
Licence2020252
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY LEIGHTON HILLExpired
Licence20147
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY LEIGHTON ROSSExpired
Licence2007245
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY MARK JANESExpired
Licence2009470
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY MARTIN NICOLExpired
Licence201857
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY MCCUEActive
Licence2025733
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY MCGRORYActive
Licence2023776
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY MCLEANActive
Licence20241116
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY MEEKActive
Licence20241224
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY MICHAEL GEORGEActive
Licence2007658
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY MURPHYActive
Licence2019382
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY NAYLORExpired
Licence20191269
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY OLIVER KENNEDYActive
Licence20251633
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
BRADLEY POMROYExpired
Licence2019442
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY RICHARDSONActive
Licence2025771
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY SLEDGEActive
Licence20211307
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY TERRYActive
Licence20251296
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY THOMAS DUMBRELLExpired
Licence20161072
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY THOMAS MCKEAHNIEActive
Licence20151014
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY TONNAActive
Licence20181132
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY TURNERExpired
Licence2018156
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY WALTERSExpired
Licence2024652
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY WILLIAM SHERERExpired
Licence2017914
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY WILLIAM WOODActive
Licence20151006
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY WINTERSExpired
Licence2012973
ClassUnrestricted
BRADLEY WITTINGSLOWExpired
Licence2022828
ClassUnrestricted
BRADSHAW ELECTRICAL PTY LTDSuspended
Licence20231340
ClassElectrical Contractor
BRADY JOHN CHRISTIANActive
Licence2013551
ClassUnrestricted
BRADY RAYMOND TYACK SoudenActive
Licence2013710
ClassUnrestricted
BRADY SPACKMANActive
Licence202097
ClassUnrestricted
BRAIDEN SMITHActive
Licence2021585
ClassUnrestricted
BRAM EARL PENBERTHYActive
Licence20131002
ClassUnrestricted
BRANDEN KANE PATAFTAActive
Licence2017469
ClassUnrestricted
BRANDON ABI-ASSAFExpired
Licence2020624
ClassUnrestricted
BRANDON ARTHUR JOSEPHExpired
Licence2019854
ClassUnrestricted
BRANDON GrujoskiActive
Licence20201184
ClassUnrestricted
BRANDON IRVINEActive
Licence2024844
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
BRANDYN THRELFALLActive
Licence20231019
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting
BRANT ROWLINGActive
Licence2022690
ClassUnrestricted
BRAYDEN MULVEYExpired
Licence20221288
ClassUnrestricted
BRAYDEN PURVIS-SMITHActive
Licence20251307
ClassUnrestricted
BRAYDEN ROBERTSONActive
Licence2022850
ClassUnrestricted
BRAYDIE NICHOLLSActive
Licence2025675
ClassUnrestricted
BRAYDON CARLYLE-WATSONExpired
Licence2013762
ClassUnrestricted
BRD ELECTRICAL PTY LTDExpired
Licence2018597
ClassElectrical Contractor
BREANNA WARDActive
Licence2025315
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN AZZIExpired
Licence20211105
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN BOLTONActive
Licence2022209
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN CLARKEExpired
Licence2016539
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN Dal CortivoActive
Licence2015835
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN DOUGLAS BAILEYActive
Licence2022875
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN DYLAN BIBOActive
Licence2007900
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN EDWARD JANESActive
Licence20101354
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN FEARNActive
Licence20121336
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN FRANCIS PAHLActive
Licence2011927
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN HILEActive
Licence2019884
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN JAMES CUMINGActive
Licence2007642
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN JAMES ROWANActive
Licence20101091
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN JAMES SWEETActive
Licence2014527
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN JAMES TUCKERActive
Licence2025827
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN JAMES WRIGHTActive
Licence202161
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting
BRENDAN JOHN BILLAL LOUGHLIN-ELCHEIKHExpired
Licence2021232
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN JOHN JONESActive
Licence200012047
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN JOHN NICHOLSONActive
Licence20121280
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN JOHN O'CALLAGHANExpired
Licence200012132
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN LAKEYExpired
Licence20111484
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN LANGExpired
Licence20211891
ClassUnrestricted
BRENDAN LEE Barritt-EylesActive
Licence2010399
ClassUnrestricted

Hiring a Electrician in Canberra

Before hiring any electrician in Canberra, use this checklist to protect yourself and ensure you're working with a properly licensed and insured professional.

  1. Confirm their electrical licence class covers your job — Electrical licences come in different classes. An Electrical Mechanic (or equivalent) licence covers general installation work, while a Restricted Electrical Licence only permits specific tasks like air-conditioning disconnect/reconnect. Always confirm the class matches the work you need.
  2. Ask whether they will test and tag after installation — After completing electrical work, a licensed electrician should perform insulation resistance, polarity, and earth continuity tests. Ask whether testing is included in the quote and whether you will receive a copy of the test results alongside the certificate of compliance.
  3. Check they are registered with the state electrical safety regulator — Unlike most trades where a single building authority issues licences, electricians are often regulated by a separate electrical safety office. Search the relevant state register — such as the QLD Electrical Safety Office or Energy Safe Victoria — to verify the licence is current.
  4. Ask about their approach to switchboard capacity — If you are adding circuits — for a hot tub, EV charger, or workshop — the switchboard may need upgrading. A good electrician will assess spare capacity before quoting and let you know if a switchboard upgrade is required, rather than discovering it mid-job.
  5. Verify they carry a current Electrical Work Licence — In addition to their trade qualification, electricians in most states must hold a current Electrical Work Licence (or Electrician Licence) that is renewed periodically. An expired licence means they are not legally permitted to do electrical work, even if their qualifications are valid.
Pro Tip

Get at least three quotes and compare not just price, but response time, warranty on workmanship, and whether the quote includes parts.

Red Flags to Watch For
  • No certificate of electrical safety provided — After completing prescribed electrical work, the electrician must issue a certificate of electrical safety (or equivalent compliance document). This certificate is lodged with the state regulator. If the electrician says they will "sort it out later" or that it is not needed, the work may not be inspected and could be unsafe.
  • Proposes bypassing safety switches to "stop nuisance tripping" — Safety switches (RCDs) that trip frequently indicate a genuine fault — possibly a damaged appliance, moisture ingress, or deteriorating wiring. An electrician who suggests removing or bypassing the RCD rather than diagnosing the root cause is putting your safety at risk.
  • Unable to show a current Electrical Work Licence — An electrician who only shows a trade certificate or apprenticeship completion without a current Electrical Work Licence may not be legally authorised to perform work. The licence is separate from the qualification and must be renewed regularly with the state electrical safety regulator.

Electrician Licensing Requirements in Australian Capital Territory

Licence Required

Licensing is managed by ACT Construction Occupations Registrar.

Licence Types

Electrician Licence — Class A

Carry out all electrical wiring work in the ACT

Electrician Licence — Class B

Limited electrical work (maintenance and repairs)

Electrical Contractor Licence

Contract for electrical work in the ACT

Key Requirements

  • Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820 or equivalent)
  • Completed 4-year apprenticeship
  • ACT Construction Occupations electrical licence

Penalties for unlicensed work

Unlicensed electrical work in the ACT can result in fines up to $48,000 for individuals. The Construction Occupations Registrar can also issue demerit points and prohibition notices.

Typical Electrician Costs in ACT

Hourly Rate

$85 – $140

Callout Fee

$65 – $105

Common Jobs

JobCost Range
Install new power point$160 – $320
Switchboard upgrade$855 – $2675
Install ceiling fan$160 – $375

Related Directories

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Broader Areas

All Trades in Australian Capital Territory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a safety switch and a circuit breaker?

A circuit breaker protects wiring from overload and short circuits by cutting power when current exceeds the rated capacity. A safety switch (residual current device or RCD) protects people by detecting tiny current leaks — as small as 30 milliamps — and cutting power within milliseconds. Modern Australian switchboards should have safety switches on all circuits, not just power points. If your switchboard only has circuit breakers, ask an electrician about adding RCDs.

Do I need an electrician to install downlights?

Yes. Installing or replacing downlights involves working with fixed wiring and is classified as electrical work in every Australian state. This includes LED downlight retrofits where you are replacing the fitting, not just swapping a globe. A licensed electrician will also ensure the correct clearances from insulation are maintained to prevent fire risk.

How do I know if my switchboard needs upgrading?

Common signs include ceramic fuses instead of circuit breakers, frequent tripping, no safety switches (RCDs), a burning smell near the board, or insufficient capacity for modern appliances like air conditioners and EV chargers. Switchboards older than 25 years almost certainly lack RCDs on all circuits, which is now a requirement in most states for property sales or major renovations.

Can an electrician install a solar system or do I need a separate solar installer?

Solar panel installation requires both a licensed electrician and a Clean Energy Council (CEC) accredited installer to qualify for government rebates. Many electricians hold CEC accreditation, but not all. If your electrician does not have CEC accreditation, they can do the general wiring work but a CEC-accredited installer must design and commission the system for it to be eligible for Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs).

What electrical work can I legally do myself?

Australian homeowners can change a light globe, replace a plug-top fuse, and plug in portable appliances. Everything else — including changing a power point cover plate in some states, replacing a light switch, or running any new wiring — must be done by a licensed electrician. DIY electrical work is one of the leading causes of house fires in Australia.

How do I verify a electrician's licence in ACT?

You can verify any electrician's licence using TradieVerify's free search tool or directly through the Access Canberra register. Enter the electrician's name or licence number to confirm their licence status, class, and any disciplinary history.

How many licensed electricians are in Canberra?

There are currently 8577 licensed electricians registered in Canberra, ACT. This data is sourced directly from the Access Canberra register and updated regularly.