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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

NATIONAL FIRE SOLUTION PTY LTDExpired
Licence2011385
ClassElectrical Contractor
NATIONAL STAIRLIFTS PTY LTDExpired
Licence20181244
ClassElectrical Contractor
NATIONAL TECHNICAL SERVICES PTY LTDSuspended
Licence2013235
ClassElectrical Contractor
NATURAL SOLAR PTY LTDExpired
Licence20191139
ClassElectrical Contractor
NAVIN NELSON PRASADActive
Licence20231013
ClassUnrestricted
NAVJOT SEKHONActive
Licence2021584
ClassUnrestricted
NAWEED AMJAD ALIExpired
Licence20191384
ClassUnrestricted
NAZEM KOUEIDERExpired
Licence2021765
ClassUnrestricted
NAZIH REFAIEHExpired
Licence20131256
ClassUnrestricted
NB3 ELECTRICAL PTY LTDExpired
Licence2018973
ClassElectrical Contractor
NEAL JAMES CHARLTONExpired
Licence19904970
ClassUnrestricted
NEAL STEPHEN BUCKLEYActive
Licence20121562
ClassUnrestricted
NEALE GREGORY GUYActive
Licence19853156
ClassUnrestricted
NED BOGICEVICExpired
Licence2010258
ClassUnrestricted
NED BULLActive
Licence2025273
ClassUnrestricted
NED TOBINExpired
Licence2021148
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL ANDREW DavisExpired
Licence19915412
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL ANDREW TAYLORActive
Licence19904982
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL BELL MCDONALDExpired
Licence19791853
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL BUICK KAINESActive
Licence19936395
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL DAVID MORAGHANExpired
Licence2008822
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL EDWARD ShepherdActive
Licence19936372
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL GEORGE THOMPSONActive
Licence19884338
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL ISLESExpired
Licence2018452
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL JAMES LAWRENCEActive
Licence2018752
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
NEIL JASON THOMPSONActive
Licence19936278
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL KEANEActive
Licence20181257
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL KENNETH MASONActive
Licence19946867
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL OWEN BOYCEExpired
Licence2014311
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL QUILTERExpired
Licence19791910
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL RENDELLActive
Licence19905028
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL ROBERT DAVILLActive
Licence200012029
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL SCHOUTENActive
Licence2009847
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL TREVOR SewterActive
Licence19853056
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL WEBSTER MCKENZIEExpired
Licence20171131
ClassUnrestricted
NEIL WILLIAM WASSExpired
Licence2021134
ClassUnrestricted
NELLO STEVEN FornerExpired
Licence19905297
ClassUnrestricted
NELSON CURLEYActive
Licence2024205
ClassUnrestricted
NELSON FLORESActive
Licence2025561
ClassUnrestricted
NELSON Paris-D'ArbelaActive
Licence2024238
ClassUnrestricted
NELSON PATRICK BOLTONActive
Licence2019470
ClassUnrestricted
NESTOR ERNA NOCHEActive
Licence20211355
ClassUnrestricted
NEVENKO ILIJANICExpired
Licence2020964
ClassUnrestricted
NEVILLE KEATONActive
Licence20251370
ClassUnrestricted
NEVILLE STEPHEN SAUNDERSExpired
Licence19884305
ClassUnrestricted
NEVILLE SYLVESTER DavisActive
Licence19874062
ClassUnrestricted
NEVILLE WATLINGActive
Licence20211659
ClassUnrestricted
NGOC MINH HIEU PHANExpired
Licence2020670
ClassUnrestricted
NGOR MATOTActive
Licence20251091
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS ALBAISExpired
Licence20231165
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS ALFRED WILLIAMSExpired
Licence20141330
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS ANDREW SMITHExpired
Licence20131334
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS ANTHONY FULLERActive
Licence2016933
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS BaddockExpired
Licence2023444
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS BATTYExpired
Licence2023628
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS BlundenActive
Licence20201621
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS BUSSMANNExpired
Licence2022491
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS CLARK SIMPSONActive
Licence20121207
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS COLONNAActive
Licence2018610
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS CunichActive
Licence2019781
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS DIMAKOSActive
Licence2025593
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS EDWARD ANDREWSExpired
Licence2019500
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS FARRELLActive
Licence2023459
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS FOTOPOULOSExpired
Licence20201737
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS GLEESONActive
Licence20241159
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS HAGARExpired
Licence2020929
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS HATZIKIRIAKOSActive
Licence2024185
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS HAYActive
Licence2023405
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS HORSFALLActive
Licence20211590
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JACKSONExpired
Licence2021216
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JACOB SITAUTIActive
Licence2022220
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JAMES BANTOFT SWANActive
Licence2022331
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JAMES GREGORYExpired
Licence20121233
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JAMES KOTSIOUExpired
Licence202122
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JOHN CassellsActive
Licence20081144
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JOHN DAHLActive
Licence19904958
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JOHN LAWRENTINActive
Licence2008644
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JOHN LYONSActive
Licence2007464
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JOHN MCLACHLANActive
Licence2009773
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JOHN MoodyExpired
Licence200112496
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JOHN RUMBLEActive
Licence20191136
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS JOSEPH PAHLOWActive
Licence2017956
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS KYNEZOSExpired
Licence2020435
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS LAWRENCE POLLOCKActive
Licence20251131
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS LINDLEYActive
Licence2021516
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS LISOFFActive
Licence20201590
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS LUKE NORTONActive
Licence2010940
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS MATTHEWSExpired
Licence2020257
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS MattressActive
Licence20251357
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS MORRIE KENRICK HARDINGExpired
Licence1972544
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS MOULEActive
Licence2025797
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS MylchreestActive
Licence20171012
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS NOVINCActive
Licence2021702
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS O'CONNORActive
Licence2018112
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS OWENActive
Licence20201725
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS PARKESActive
Licence2019592
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS PIPICELLAExpired
Licence20201450
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS PRINGLEExpired
Licence2021995
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS RAY ARMSTRONGActive
Licence202020
ClassUnrestricted
NICHOLAS REIDActive
Licence2011861
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.