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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

HANNAH CARLISLEActive
Licence20211298
ClassUnrestricted
HANNAH LEEActive
Licence20201246
ClassUnrestricted
HANNES NIKOLAI CARL BROSCHExpired
Licence201948
ClassUnrestricted
HANS CORNELIUS KIERSPELExpired
Licence1972217
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence2015626
ClassUnrestricted
HANS PETER BOEHRINGERActive
Licence19957315
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence20211281
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence202224
ClassUnrestricted
HARIHARAN SIVASANKARANExpired
Licence2008452
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
HARISH CHANDExpired
Licence2020187
ClassUnrestricted
HARLEY BROWNActive
Licence20267
ClassUnrestricted
HARLEY JAMES RIGBYActive
Licence2017619
ClassUnrestricted
HARMOUCHE WISAMExpired
Licence20201656
ClassUnrestricted
HAROLD EDWARD ZAHRAExpired
Licence2015453
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON ALEXANDER MCINTYREActive
Licence2015597
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON DAVID PEISLEYExpired
Licence201591
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON HADDADExpired
Licence2021799
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON INNESActive
Licence2024860
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON JEFFREYExpired
Licence2018106
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
HARRISON KAROGI MWANGIExpired
Licence2020708
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON LEDDYActive
Licence20241115
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON MCKAYActive
Licence2024148
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON PETKOVICHActive
Licence2023972
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON ROWSONExpired
Licence202316
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON WALLActive
Licence20251297
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON WATSONExpired
Licence2022552
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON WHITEExpired
Licence2016907
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON WILLETTActive
Licence20241594
ClassUnrestricted
HARRISON WOODActive
Licence20241484
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY CRAWFORDActive
Licence2025864
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY CREECHActive
Licence20251309
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY JOHN SMITHExpired
Licence199710886
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY KatsibirisActive
Licence2022760
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY KOSARISActive
Licence19812229
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY PANAGIOTAROSExpired
Licence2013840
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY POTERIExpired
Licence2022930
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY REECE HOLLINGSActive
Licence2025867
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY SALAZAR SALAZARExpired
Licence2019917
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY SHAWActive
Licence20191237
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY W MACFARLANEActive
Licence20251018
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting
HARRY WARDALEActive
Licence2024165
ClassUnrestricted
HARRY WESTWOODActive
Licence2025786
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence20231145
ClassElectrical Contractor
HASAN BADEMExpired
Licence20241379
ClassUnrestricted
HASAN KBARActive
Licence2020913
ClassUnrestricted
HASSAN KANDILExpired
Licence2021469
ClassUnrestricted
HASSAN KARAKActive
Licence20231309
ClassUnrestricted
HASSAN KORKOMAZExpired
Licence202114
ClassUnrestricted
HASSAN SHUKEIRExpired
Licence2020169
ClassUnrestricted
HASSAN ZREIKExpired
Licence2021996
ClassUnrestricted
HAWKER AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION PTY LTDExpired
Licence2017615
ClassElectrical Contractor
HAWKEWIND PTY LTDExpired
Licence2021747
ClassElectrical Contractor
HAWTA KurdiActive
Licence20211035
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence202117
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN AIREYExpired
Licence20201125
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN ANTHONY SMITHExpired
Licence2017722
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN CHARLES JENKINSActive
Licence2023141
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN CHARLES MAKINExpired
Licence20151135
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN CLINCHActive
Licence2019752
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence2023861
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN JOHN SANDERSActive
Licence20151210
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN JOHNSONExpired
Licence2020865
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN PAUL SCOTTActive
Licence20151024
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN PRICEActive
Licence200011964
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDEN PULLENActive
Licence20201107
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
HAYDEN REECE BENNETTActive
Licence20151035
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence2025326
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence20201712
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence2012636
ClassUnrestricted
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Licence2022628
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDN LENARD COLLINSExpired
Licence2008419
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDN WALSHExpired
Licence20151160
ClassUnrestricted
HAYDON THOMAS HODGEActive
Licence20201260
ClassUnrestricted
HAYLEY DELMENICOActive
Licence2025960
ClassUnrestricted
HAYLEY MCLACHLANActive
Licence202374
ClassUnrestricted
HAYSAM MERHIExpired
Licence2012553
ClassUnrestricted
HAYTHAM ADRAExpired
Licence20201441
ClassUnrestricted
HAZEM S HAIDERExpired
Licence2020661
ClassUnrestricted
HAZLEC ELECTRICAL PTY LTDActive
Licence2024344
ClassElectrical Contractor
HEATH CADONAExpired
Licence20221424
ClassUnrestricted
HEATH GRANT COLEExpired
Licence20201065
ClassUnrestricted
HEATH JUSTIN MAYActive
Licence200012051
ClassUnrestricted
HEATH KNIGHTActive
Licence2022777
ClassUnrestricted
HEATH ROBERT CousinsActive
Licence200413742
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
HEATHER PARSONSActive
Licence202314
ClassUnrestricted
HECTOR MCDONALD BRIGHTExpired
Licence2016318
ClassUnrestricted
HEE CHUL KIMExpired
Licence20241075
ClassUnrestricted
HEIMO MICHAEL THAURERActive
Licence1973820
ClassUnrestricted
HEINZ ZIER JOHN SCHLIMBACHActive
Licence19884303
ClassUnrestricted
HELENE DAWSONActive
Licence199610769
ClassUnrestricted
HELMUT KRIKOWAExpired
Licence19812276
ClassUnrestricted
HEMBROW'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE PTY LTDExpired
Licence2013121
ClassElectrical Contractor
HENDRICUS AKERBOOMExpired
Licence20241008
ClassUnrestricted
HENRELI RISCO CARREROActive
Licence2023384
ClassUnrestricted
HENRI TEUNIS JAMES RITMANActive
Licence20201551
ClassUnrestricted
HENRY ALAMActive
Licence2019845
ClassUnrestricted
HENRY BURGESSActive
Licence2013203
ClassUnrestricted
HENRY BURTONActive
Licence20251242
ClassElectrotechnology Systems Permit
HENRY MARSCHALLExpired
Licence20211692
ClassUnrestricted
HENRY WILSONActive
Licence2025322
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.