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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

ADRIAN MICHEAL DECAKActive
Licence200549
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIAN MIDDLETONActive
Licence2019894
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIAN NYAMBIExpired
Licence2021812
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIAN O'NEILLExpired
Licence20211143
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
ADRIAN PHILIP JORRITSMAActive
Licence200551
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIAN ROMAN HROBELKOActive
Licence200547
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIAN SAYWELL HALLActive
Licence19812231
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIAN STANLEY HENNOCKExpired
Licence19802022
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIAN WOOSEOK KIMActive
Licence2014809
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIANO BORGNAActive
Licence2007887
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIANO DE LORENZOExpired
Licence2021376
ClassUnrestricted
ADRIANO Di CuolloActive
Licence20101262
ClassUnrestricted
ADS PTY LTDActive
Licence2019901
ClassElectrical Contractor
ADTECH INDUSTRIES PTY LTDActive
Licence2016583
ClassElectrical Contractor
ADVANCED ELECTRICAL SYDNEY PTY LTDSuspended
Licence2024834
ClassElectrical Contractor
ADVANCED ONE PTY. LTD.Active
Licence20201156
ClassElectrical Contractor
ADVANCED PROPERTY SOLUTIONS PTY. LIMITEDExpired
Licence20211430
ClassElectrical Contractor
AFZAL AGAActive
Licence2014987
ClassUnrestricted
AGL ACT RETAIL INVESTMENTS PTY LTD & ICON RETAIL INVESTMENTS LTDCancelled
Licence2019507
ClassElectrical Contractor
AGMD ELECTRICAL & COMMUNICATION CONTRACT ORS PTY LTDExpired
Licence2018161
ClassElectrical Contractor
AHMAD ABDULWAHABExpired
Licence202019
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD AHMADIActive
Licence20201416
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD BADREDDINEActive
Licence20131145
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD EL HAWARNEHExpired
Licence20211033
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD KAMAR EL DINEExpired
Licence20201595
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD KHALED NABOLSSIExpired
Licence2020800
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD KLINKExpired
Licence20191209
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD MAKKEExpired
Licence202025
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD MALLAHExpired
Licence2020790
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD MAYAHIOUNExpired
Licence201834
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD MUNSHAD GAFOORActive
Licence2018900
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD RADIExpired
Licence2021637
ClassUnrestricted
AHMAD SAMEER GOURBANDYExpired
Licence2020922
ClassUnrestricted
AHMED AL-DULAIMIExpired
Licence2020290
ClassUnrestricted
AHMED ATTEYAExpired
Licence2020152
ClassUnrestricted
AHMED EL-MIRActive
Licence202074
ClassUnrestricted
AHMED ELGUNDIActive
Licence2025396
ClassUnrestricted
AHMED ISAM MOHAMED SAID-AHMEDExpired
Licence2021543
ClassUnrestricted
AHMED LAZHARIExpired
Licence20211127
ClassUnrestricted
AHMED QABHAExpired
Licence2020941
ClassUnrestricted
AHMED TAKRITIActive
Licence20201297
ClassUnrestricted
AI - LIN ONGActive
Licence20071097
ClassUnrestricted
AIAH DAUDAExpired
Licence20201695
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN DANIEL MCAULEYActive
Licence2024890
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN DAVID PHILLIPSActive
Licence202610
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN DOREActive
Licence2025964
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN HIGHExpired
Licence20141122
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN JAMES HEMPSTEADActive
Licence2013764
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN JAMES YOUNGActive
Licence2016512
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN ROSS LINDSAY-GRIFFITHSExpired
Licence2014144
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN SMITHExpired
Licence201142
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN TOSSWILLExpired
Licence20211081
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN VOLPATTIActive
Licence20242
ClassUnrestricted
AIDAN WENKEActive
Licence2019857
ClassUnrestricted
AIDEN DOOLEYActive
Licence2024903
ClassUnrestricted
AIDEN EDLINGTONExpired
Licence2022873
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
AIDEN JOHN ERUERA-FOORDActive
Licence2020639
ClassUnrestricted
AIDEN MCLEAN WARLANDActive
Licence202656
ClassUnrestricted
AIDEN SCHIRMERActive
Licence2022857
ClassUnrestricted
AIMON ROBERT ADAM DEANActive
Licence2019706
ClassUnrestricted
AINSLIE KENNETH ALLENActive
Licence2005920
ClassUnrestricted
AIR COMFORT SERVICES PTY LTDExpired
Licence2018566
ClassElectrical Contractor
AIR EXTREME AIRCONDITIONING PTY LIMITEDActive
Licence20241129
ClassElectrical Contractor
AIRMASTER AUSTRALIA (VIC) PTY LTDActive
Licence201853
ClassElectrical Contractor
AIRMASTER CORPORATION PTY LTDExpired
Licence2023114
ClassElectrical Contractor
AIRSERVICES AUSTRALIAExpired
Licence2013196
ClassElectrical Contractor
AISEA TAHOLOExpired
Licence2019777
ClassUnrestricted
AITAMOIT MONActive
Licence2024589
ClassUnrestricted
AJ'S PLUMBING AUSTRALIA PTY LTDExpired
Licence2010198
ClassElectrical Contractor
AJAZ AHMADExpired
Licence2021694
ClassUnrestricted
AJB ELECTRICAL SERVICES PTY LTDActive
Licence20241604
ClassElectrical Contractor
AJMAL RASTEENActive
Licence20211188
ClassUnrestricted
AJNESH NARAYANExpired
Licence2020916
ClassUnrestricted
AKSHAY GHANSHYAM MEHENDALEExpired
Licence201410
ClassUnrestricted
ALAA AL-MASHKOORExpired
Licence2018598
ClassUnrestricted
ALAA ALSALMANExpired
Licence2018796
ClassUnrestricted
ALAM DABELExpired
Licence2021602
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN BRETT MEDLANDActive
Licence19842935
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN FRANK ROBINSONExpired
Licence2009349
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN HAGENExpired
Licence19873918
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN HALLExpired
Licence20201240
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN HISCOCKExpired
Licence20181346
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN JACKSONExpired
Licence2018892
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN JAMES YESBERGActive
Licence2014449
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN JOHN GRIFFITHExpired
Licence2009217
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN JOHN NieblingActive
Licence199911754
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
ALAN JOHN SMITHExpired
Licence19802018
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN MEDLANDExpired
Licence1973862
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN PAUL BANKSExpired
Licence19761480
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN PUTROSActive
Licence2020911
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN RICHARD VIPPONDExpired
Licence2020863
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN ROBERT JOHNSONActive
Licence199711145
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN ROBERT TAYLORExpired
Licence199710855
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
ALAN RYAN CAMPBELLExpired
Licence201551
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN SHORTActive
Licence20141166
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN STUART BORLANDActive
Licence199811444
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN WILLIAM SKEATESActive
Licence201456
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN WILLIAMS ANDREWSActive
Licence2014925
ClassUnrestricted
ALAN ZAREZKINActive
Licence2024497
ClassUnrestricted
ALANA LEE MAURAGISActive
Licence2014806
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

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Broader Areas

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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.