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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

JUSTIN TURLEYActive
Licence20241581
ClassUnrestricted
JUSTIN ZAIKOExpired
Licence2016556
ClassUnrestricted
JUSTIN ZHUANGExpired
Licence2024728
ClassUnrestricted
JUSTIN-LEE PETER O'MALLEYActive
Licence2006291
ClassUnrestricted
JUSTYN SMITHActive
Licence2012661
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
JYE LOWEExpired
Licence2021389
ClassUnrestricted
JYE SNOWDENActive
Licence2024839
ClassUnrestricted
KA SHING LEUNGActive
Licence2021464
ClassUnrestricted
KAARON KeilyActive
Licence2014794
ClassUnrestricted
KABE CHRISTIAN COLLINSActive
Licence2009855
ClassUnrestricted
KADEN JAHANZEB ButtActive
Licence20201241
ClassUnrestricted
KADEN RODNEY COOKEActive
Licence201610
ClassUnrestricted
KADIN EARLE ARIKI Te NanaActive
Licence2023604
ClassUnrestricted
KAEDEN MARC WATTSActive
Licence20121061
ClassUnrestricted
KAEL AMBJERG-PEDERSENActive
Licence20241245
ClassUnrestricted
KAI AARON SKLENARActive
Licence20111393
ClassUnrestricted
KAI MOEBUSActive
Licence20251366
ClassUnrestricted
KAI-WEI HUANGActive
Licence2021624
ClassUnrestricted
KAILEN PANNEMANActive
Licence20201245
ClassUnrestricted
KAILLEN LUKE ALDREN DEEExpired
Licence20211827
ClassUnrestricted
KAINE JAMES CROSSExpired
Licence2017750
ClassUnrestricted
KAINE MCGUCKINExpired
Licence20061147
ClassUnrestricted
KALE FOGGActive
Licence2017858
ClassUnrestricted
KALIN DANIEL BANKSActive
Licence2009327
ClassUnrestricted
KALLEM HEYCOTTExpired
Licence2021790
ClassUnrestricted
KALON LINDSAY BARNESActive
Licence20081040
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
KAMEL ABABSAActive
Licence20241621
ClassUnrestricted
KANE HAMMONDActive
Licence20231147
ClassUnrestricted
KANE JEFFREY TAUNTONExpired
Licence2007643
ClassUnrestricted
KANE LUIS DAROT-FERNANDEZActive
Licence20251513
ClassUnrestricted
KANE MICHAEL EMERYActive
Licence20111301
ClassUnrestricted
KANE MICHAEL KilmisterActive
Licence20221061
ClassUnrestricted
KAPIL JOSHIExpired
Licence20211361
ClassUnrestricted
KARAMJEET SINGHActive
Licence2025925
ClassUnrestricted
KARANVIR VIRKActive
Licence20241146
ClassUnrestricted
KAREEM AWAYIZ AL SAMTActive
Licence2018735
ClassUnrestricted
KARIM AMMARExpired
Licence20201078
ClassUnrestricted
KARL HEINZ HuppActive
Licence20191062
ClassUnrestricted
KARL JAMES BEATTIEExpired
Licence200865
ClassUnrestricted
KARL PETER OlsenExpired
Licence2016669
ClassUnrestricted
KARMA WANGDIActive
Licence2024826
ClassUnrestricted
KATHLEEN LIVERMOREActive
Licence20251625
ClassUnrestricted
KATHRYN ELIZABETH DRUCEActive
Licence200313491
ClassUnrestricted
KAWA AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITEDExpired
Licence2015544
ClassElectrical Contractor
KAY HUI YEActive
Licence20201682
ClassUnrestricted
KAYLEE CLARE DOYLEActive
Licence2016636
ClassUnrestricted
KAYNE TROTTERExpired
Licence202226
ClassUnrestricted
KEAGAN JAY TONNAActive
Licence201653
ClassUnrestricted
KEBUEL FAUPULAActive
Licence20191301
ClassUnrestricted
KEECE ELECTRICAL SERVICES PTY. LTD.Active
Licence2009909
ClassElectrical Contractor
KEEGAN BODY WHITEActive
Licence20241597
ClassUnrestricted
KEEGAN BRENDAN MOOREActive
Licence2015261
ClassUnrestricted
KEENAN BEATTIEActive
Licence202489
ClassUnrestricted
KEENAN JOEL HESKETHExpired
Licence20161018
ClassUnrestricted
KEENAN RODERICKActive
Licence202519
ClassUnrestricted
KEIRAN KILDUFFActive
Licence2024207
ClassUnrestricted
KEIRON DareExpired
Licence2016720
ClassUnrestricted
KEIRON JOHN O'BYRNEExpired
Licence19884142
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH HERBERT EDMONDSExpired
Licence199711046
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH ANDREW MARCHIONIExpired
Licence19925813
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH HARMSWORTHActive
Licence2019283
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH JAMES MURDOCHExpired
Licence2009614
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH JAMES TALBOTActive
Licence19842874
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH JOHN TEMPLETONExpired
Licence2013301
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH MACKINTOSHActive
Licence2014690
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting
KEITH MACPHERSON SMITHActive
Licence200427244
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH MICHAEL TONNAActive
Licence2005376
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH MORGANActive
Licence2018815
ClassUnrestricted
KEITH PHILLIP DEMBONActive
Licence20211628
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting
KELLI ANN MILESExpired
Licence20081009
ClassUnrestricted
KELLIE MARGARET LINDSAYExpired
Licence2006699
ClassUnrestricted
KELLY MARCUS HATELYExpired
Licence2005619
ClassUnrestricted
KELLY-ANNE CALLANANActive
Licence2018835
ClassUnrestricted
KELSEY MERRIGANActive
Licence20251306
ClassUnrestricted
KELSO ELECTRICAL PTY LTDExpired
Licence2021292
ClassElectrical Contractor
KELVIN BOWLERExpired
Licence2019158
ClassUnrestricted
KELVIN JOHN MARTINExpired
Licence2007296
ClassUnrestricted
KEN HOPCROFTExpired
Licence2022661
ClassUnrestricted
KEN SOON CHEWExpired
Licence20101046
ClassUnrestricted
KENAN TIFFENExpired
Licence2017891
ClassUnrestricted
KENNETH DAVID READActive
Licence2011192
ClassUnrestricted
KENNETH GORDON JOHN LEWISActive
Licence2016904
ClassUnrestricted
KENNETH JOHN GRIGGExpired
Licence19751302
ClassUnrestricted
KENNETH JOHN HIGGINSExpired
Licence20091188
ClassUnrestricted
KENNETH JOHN WINDExpired
Licence19802099
ClassUnrestricted
KENNETH ROBERT CLOUTExpired
Licence2006402
ClassUnrestricted
KENNETH SMITHActive
Licence2023879
ClassUnrestricted
KENNETH STUART HAMILTONExpired
Licence2017832
ClassUnrestricted
KENNETH WAYNE DYSONExpired
Licence199811301
ClassUnrestricted
KENNY DUFFYExpired
Licence201981
ClassUnrestricted
KENSHAW ELECTRICAL PTY LTDSuspended
Licence20141284
ClassElectrical Contractor
KEREM KURTULDUExpired
Licence20201740
ClassUnrestricted
KERESOMA SioneActive
Licence201529
ClassUnrestricted
KERRIN JOHN PASKActive
Licence200213008
ClassUnrestricted
KERRY MCINERNEYActive
Licence20241023
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
KERRY PAUL WHITEFORDExpired
Licence19873888
ClassUnrestricted
KERRYN THOMASActive
Licence2018601
ClassUnrestricted
KESHVINO VISHSWANExpired
Licence2020894
ClassUnrestricted
KEVIN GEORGE MccreadyActive
Licence199710969
ClassUnrestricted
KEVIN ALAN CLOKEExpired
Licence2014635
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.