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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
| Name | Licence # | Class | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATTHEW JOHN WEBER | 2006792 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW JOHN WILLIAMSON | 2018563 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW JOHN YOUNG | 20131181 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW JOHNATHON MELIS | 2018702 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW JOSEPH BLUMENTHAL | 2012125 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW JOSEPH CONWAY | 19812181 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW JOSEPH Skupien | 2018541 | Restricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning | Active |
| MATTHEW JOYCE | 20251628 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW JULIAN HOGAN | 200313596 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW JUSTUS SMITH | 200112546 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW KARLOV | 2025331 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW KENNETH BELL | 20141392 | Restricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning | Expired |
| MATTHEW KENNETH Mcgavin | 2009954 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW KINGMA | 20231225 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW Lakin | 2022829 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW LAMB | 2016901 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW LEESON | 2017886 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW LEON CURTIS | 2015769 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW LESLIE MANWARING | 2009989 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW LESTER BARRATT | 2015704 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW LETTE | 2024184 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW LIONEL Rogers | 19915393 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW LONG | 20211585 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW LUCK | 20201387 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW LUKE TALLON | 2013780 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW MARCELLO LAURENZI | 2013753 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW MARTIN | 20251130 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW MCCALL | 20181258 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW MICHAEL MOLLOY | 2006219 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW MICHEAL BLUNDELL | 2010932 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW MILEWSKI | 20141176 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW MORRICE | 2019390 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW MORRISON | 2021275 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW MOSELEY | 2021273 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW NEIL MASON | 20111018 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW NEVILLE | 20181090 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW NEWSON | 20211792 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW NORMAN HARTNEY | 2011412 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW NORTHCOTT | 20211870 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW NOTT | 2024149 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW O'CONNOR | 2019482 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW O'GORMAN | 2007873 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW PARRY-BARWICK | 202613 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW PAUL BROWN | 2005361 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW PAUL CAMPBELL | 2014600 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW PAUL Lanyon | 2007632 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW PEARCE | 201841 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW PETER Burston | 2016331 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW PHILLIPS | 2006506 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW PONT | 2018959 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW PUCKERRIDGE | 2021285 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW RODERICK Atkins | 2017598 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW RONALD JONES | 20111337 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW ROSSENDELL | 2024830 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW SANDERS | 2021604 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW SCARGILL | 2024421 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW Seawright | 20241006 | Restricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning | Active |
| MATTHEW SHANE HOGAN | 19926038 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW SHANE KAY | 20111509 | Restricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning | Expired |
| MATTHEW SHELLEY | 2024151 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW SIMMS | 2019263 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW SOUTAR | 2025689 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW SPENCER | 2015670 | Restricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting | Expired |
| MATTHEW STAMATIS | 2016450 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW Stanley | 20221377 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW STEPHEN TAIT | 20071052 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW STUART MCCABE | 2014724 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW SULLIVAN | 2014484 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW THOMAS CLIFFORD | 20141259 | Restricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning | Expired |
| MATTHEW THOMAS EVANS | 2007905 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW THOMAS HAWKE | 20081043 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW THOMAS LEE | 20201123 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW THOMAS LUKE | 2010249 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW THOMAS MORCOMBE | 201447 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW THORPE | 200546 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW UPSHALL | 2009956 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW VAN DER PLAAT | 19957318 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW VICTOR TORRESAN | 2017446 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW WALTOR MURDOCH KING | 200313244 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW WEBB | 20191238 | Restricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting | Expired |
| MATTHEW WHIBLEY | 20121293 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTHEW WILLIAM BRINKWORTH | 20141180 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW WILLIAM HANNS | 20101272 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW WILLIAM Noakes | 19936282 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW WILLIAM POLLOCK | 2014994 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW WITCOMBE | 2022523 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MATTHEW WRIGHT | 20231212 | Electrotechnology Systems Permit | Expired |
| MATTHEW WUERSHING | 2021947 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MATTIE O'MELEY | 20181213 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MAURICE GIESEN | 20181022 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MAURICE HARRINGTON SMITH | 19863583 | Unrestricted | Expired |
| MAURO HERNAN CHARLES | 199811291 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MAX ALFRED HUGHES | 201770 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MAX ANDREW PATRICK Bedford-Smith | 201541 | Restricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning | Active |
| MAX GRAZZIADELLI | 202620 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MAX ROBERT SCHROEDL | 2014678 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MAX Simm | 20251241 | Restricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning | Active |
| MAXIMUS FIGGIS | 2024804 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MAXWELL CRAIG MCILLHATTON | 2023404 | Unrestricted | Active |
| MAXWELL FISHER | 20191383 | Unrestricted | Expired |
MATTHEW JOHN WEBERActive
Licence2006792
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW JOHN WILLIAMSONExpired
Licence2018563
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW JOHN YOUNGActive
Licence20131181
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW JOHNATHON MELISActive
Licence2018702
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW JOSEPH BLUMENTHALExpired
Licence2012125
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW JOSEPH CONWAYExpired
Licence19812181
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW JOSEPH SkupienActive
Licence2018541
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MATTHEW JOYCEActive
Licence20251628
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW JULIAN HOGANActive
Licence200313596
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW JUSTUS SMITHActive
Licence200112546
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW KARLOVActive
Licence2025331
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW KENNETH BELLExpired
Licence20141392
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MATTHEW KENNETH McgavinActive
Licence2009954
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW KINGMAActive
Licence20231225
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LakinExpired
Licence2022829
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LAMBExpired
Licence2016901
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LEESONExpired
Licence2017886
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LEON CURTISActive
Licence2015769
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LESLIE MANWARINGActive
Licence2009989
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LESTER BARRATTActive
Licence2015704
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LETTEActive
Licence2024184
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LIONEL RogersActive
Licence19915393
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LONGActive
Licence20211585
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LUCKActive
Licence20201387
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW LUKE TALLONActive
Licence2013780
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW MARCELLO LAURENZIExpired
Licence2013753
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW MARTINActive
Licence20251130
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW MCCALLActive
Licence20181258
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW MICHAEL MOLLOYActive
Licence2006219
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW MICHEAL BLUNDELLActive
Licence2010932
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW MILEWSKIActive
Licence20141176
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW MORRICEActive
Licence2019390
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW MORRISONExpired
Licence2021275
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW MOSELEYExpired
Licence2021273
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW NEIL MASONActive
Licence20111018
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW NEVILLEExpired
Licence20181090
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW NEWSONActive
Licence20211792
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW NORMAN HARTNEYExpired
Licence2011412
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW NORTHCOTTExpired
Licence20211870
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW NOTTActive
Licence2024149
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW O'CONNORActive
Licence2019482
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW O'GORMANExpired
Licence2007873
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW PARRY-BARWICKActive
Licence202613
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW PAUL BROWNActive
Licence2005361
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW PAUL CAMPBELLActive
Licence2014600
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW PAUL LanyonActive
Licence2007632
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW PEARCEExpired
Licence201841
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW PETER BurstonActive
Licence2016331
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW PHILLIPSExpired
Licence2006506
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW PONTExpired
Licence2018959
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW PUCKERRIDGEActive
Licence2021285
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW RODERICK AtkinsActive
Licence2017598
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW RONALD JONESActive
Licence20111337
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW ROSSENDELLActive
Licence2024830
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW SANDERSActive
Licence2021604
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW SCARGILLActive
Licence2024421
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW SeawrightActive
Licence20241006
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MATTHEW SHANE HOGANExpired
Licence19926038
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW SHANE KAYExpired
Licence20111509
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MATTHEW SHELLEYActive
Licence2024151
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW SIMMSActive
Licence2019263
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW SOUTARActive
Licence2025689
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW SPENCERExpired
Licence2015670
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting
MATTHEW STAMATISActive
Licence2016450
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW StanleyActive
Licence20221377
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW STEPHEN TAITActive
Licence20071052
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW STUART MCCABEActive
Licence2014724
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW SULLIVANActive
Licence2014484
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW THOMAS CLIFFORDExpired
Licence20141259
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MATTHEW THOMAS EVANSExpired
Licence2007905
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW THOMAS HAWKEActive
Licence20081043
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW THOMAS LEEActive
Licence20201123
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW THOMAS LUKEExpired
Licence2010249
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW THOMAS MORCOMBEExpired
Licence201447
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW THORPEActive
Licence200546
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW UPSHALLActive
Licence2009956
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW VAN DER PLAATExpired
Licence19957318
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW VICTOR TORRESANExpired
Licence2017446
ClassUnrestricted
Licence200313244
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW WEBBExpired
Licence20191238
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting
MATTHEW WHIBLEYExpired
Licence20121293
ClassUnrestricted
Licence20141180
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW WILLIAM HANNSActive
Licence20101272
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW WILLIAM NoakesActive
Licence19936282
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW WILLIAM POLLOCKActive
Licence2014994
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW WITCOMBEActive
Licence2022523
ClassUnrestricted
MATTHEW WRIGHTExpired
Licence20231212
ClassElectrotechnology Systems Permit
MATTHEW WUERSHINGExpired
Licence2021947
ClassUnrestricted
MATTIE O'MELEYActive
Licence20181213
ClassUnrestricted
MAURICE GIESENExpired
Licence20181022
ClassUnrestricted
MAURICE HARRINGTON SMITHExpired
Licence19863583
ClassUnrestricted
MAURO HERNAN CHARLESActive
Licence199811291
ClassUnrestricted
MAX ALFRED HUGHESActive
Licence201770
ClassUnrestricted
Licence201541
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MAX GRAZZIADELLIActive
Licence202620
ClassUnrestricted
MAX ROBERT SCHROEDLActive
Licence2014678
ClassUnrestricted
MAX SimmActive
Licence20251241
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MAXIMUS FIGGISActive
Licence2024804
ClassUnrestricted
Licence2023404
ClassUnrestricted
MAXWELL FISHERExpired
Licence20191383
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
| Job | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Install new power point | $160 – $320 |
| Switchboard upgrade | $855 – $2675 |
| Install ceiling fan | $160 – $375 |
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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.