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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

MAXWELL HARRISExpired
Licence20171128
ClassUnrestricted
MAXWELL JAMES KIMBERExpired
Licence19781728
ClassUnrestricted
MAXWELL JOSEPH O'REILLYExpired
Licence19915380
ClassUnrestricted
MAXWELL OXLEYActive
Licence2025390
ClassUnrestricted
MAXWELL RAY MORTONExpired
Licence1972449
ClassUnrestricted
MAXWELL YOUNGActive
Licence2024178
ClassUnrestricted
MAYDAY ELECTRONICS CANBERRA PTY LTDExpired
Licence2013708
ClassElectrical Contractor
MCKAY CABLING PTY LTDActive
Licence20221113
ClassElectrical Contractor
MD AWLAD HOSSAINActive
Licence20231078
ClassUnrestricted
MD MAHMUDUN HASANExpired
Licence201988
ClassUnrestricted
MDE GROUP PTY LTDActive
Licence2009296
ClassElectrical Contractor
MECHANICAL PROJECT SERVICES PTY. LTD.Active
Licence2024843
ClassElectrical Contractor
MEGUI VALLERAActive
Licence202614
ClassUnrestricted
MEHDI AZIMIRADActive
Licence20191342
ClassUnrestricted
MEHDI FARDIN MEHRExpired
Licence20201307
ClassUnrestricted
MEHDI JOOYANDEHExpired
Licence2020360
ClassUnrestricted
MEHDI KIANI FALAVARJANIActive
Licence2023595
ClassUnrestricted
MEHDI MOHAMMADExpired
Licence2020133
ClassUnrestricted
MEHDI SULTANIExpired
Licence20191322
ClassUnrestricted
MEHM WIN MONActive
Licence202146
ClassUnrestricted
MEHMET YUSUFExpired
Licence202012
ClassUnrestricted
MEHRDAD VALIPOURExpired
Licence2019746
ClassUnrestricted
MEHYDDIN KARIMExpired
Licence2020805
ClassUnrestricted
MELBOURNE SOLAR COMPANYExpired
Licence2016515
ClassElectrical Contractor
MERHI AMMOUNExpired
Licence20211101
ClassUnrestricted
MERVYN GLENN HEATHExpired
Licence2013739
ClassUnrestricted
METERING DYNAMICS PTY LTDActive
Licence2017992
ClassElectrical Contractor
METRIC POWER AND DATA PTY LTDActive
Licence2024372
ClassElectrical Contractor
METRO SOLAR PTY LTDExpired
Licence2014384
ClassElectrical Contractor
METROWEST POWER SYSTEMS PTY LTDActive
Licence2015823
ClassElectrical Contractor
METROWEST SERVICE PTY LTDActive
Licence202199
ClassElectrical Contractor
MGE ELECTRICAL SERVICES PTY LIMITEDActive
Licence19957782
ClassElectrical Contractor
MIAO YINExpired
Licence202325
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ADRIAN RUMIZExpired
Licence2019438
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL AHLINGActive
Licence2013931
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ALAN BATEActive
Licence20101510
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ALAN CORNELIUSExpired
Licence19936723
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ALAN ELLIOTTActive
Licence201670
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ALEXANDER NardoneActive
Licence2023209
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ALEXANDER POPEActive
Licence2024730
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ALLAN STADEExpired
Licence2013590
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL AMBROSE RYANActive
Licence2009710
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ANDREW BERZINSActive
Licence2013310
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ANTHONY DESMETExpired
Licence2009301
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ANTHONY HAYESActive
Licence2021692
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ANTHONY MILLERActive
Licence19926217
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ANTHONY OrsolicActive
Licence200428307
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ANTHONY STELTENPOOLExpired
Licence200011981
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ARENAActive
Licence201540
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MICHAEL ARTHUR HUTCHISONExpired
Licence2010478
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL Bailey-PriceActive
Licence20101314
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL BEASLEYActive
Licence20211384
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL BERGMANExpired
Licence2018833
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL BERNARD KENNEDYExpired
Licence19771623
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL BRIAN LEVYActive
Licence19884476
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL BROWNExpired
Licence2016359
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL CHARLES LLOYDActive
Licence2010734
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL CHARLES SMITHActive
Licence19853187
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ChieraExpired
Licence201783
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL CHRISTOPHER PHILIBOSSIANActive
Licence20251540
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL CLARKEActive
Licence2016641
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL COLE STIMPSONActive
Licence2019778
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL COOMBERActive
Licence2018869
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL CRAIG SharpActive
Licence2013946
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL CRILLYActive
Licence20171149
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL CROWLEYExpired
Licence2023979
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DALTONExpired
Licence20111122
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DARIOLActive
Licence2022856
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DAVID BETTSActive
Licence2007970
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MICHAEL DAVID CrombieExpired
Licence2014295
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DAVID JONESActive
Licence20141293
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DAVID SKINNERExpired
Licence20081079
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DAVID WALTER CLARKActive
Licence200212927
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DENTRINOSActive
Licence2006592
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DEUTSCHActive
Licence2021426
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DOUGLAS BENSLEYActive
Licence19915640
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL DOUMIT HANNAExpired
Licence2016715
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL ELANDActive
Licence20201116
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL FOULDS-COOKExpired
Licence2019818
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL FRANCIS BLUNDELLExpired
Licence2009938
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting
MICHAEL FRANCIS FLYNNExpired
Licence2020687
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL FRANKLINActive
Licence2022399
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL FROSTActive
Licence20241057
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL GAVIN NELLActive
Licence2005940
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL GEBRAELExpired
Licence20201112
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL GERARD SULTANAExpired
Licence200313312
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MICHAEL GiancottiActive
Licence20191362
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL GiorgiActive
Licence2025763
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL GORDON BAYLEYActive
Licence2021493
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL GORDON SPENCEActive
Licence200427130
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MICHAEL GORDON TERRYActive
Licence19915425
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL GRAYActive
Licence2017706
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL GREGORY MCCLENANANExpired
Licence2011408
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL GRIFFINExpired
Licence19812274
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL HAMILTON MARSHALLActive
Licence2007759
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL HENRY MOSSLARActive
Licence19863688
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL HILTON JONESActive
Licence19832692
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL HUTCHESONExpired
Licence202170
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
MICHAEL IAN BIJORACExpired
Licence2017454
ClassUnrestricted
MICHAEL IAN ROSEActive
Licence2009636
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.