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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

STEPHEN DUNNExpired
Licence2020788
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN ERLE CARLEActive
Licence19853171
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN FINLAYExpired
Licence20241337
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN FRANCIS O'BRIENActive
Licence2008580
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
STEPHEN FREEMANExpired
Licence2019197
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN GANNONActive
Licence2021339
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN GRAHAME BUBBExpired
Licence2016685
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN HANSCOMBEExpired
Licence2018858
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN HARPERExpired
Licence19853195
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN HARRY RAVENExpired
Licence19873934
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN HEALEYActive
Licence20221350
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN IMBRIOTISExpired
Licence20201515
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JAMES ANGUSExpired
Licence19842995
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JAMES FORDActive
Licence20251433
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JAMES HITCHENSActive
Licence2020291
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JAMES RAYNERActive
Licence2007449
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JOHN BUCKLEYExpired
Licence19791947
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JOHN HALLActive
Licence2014693
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting
STEPHEN JOHN MOORESActive
Licence19904928
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JOHN PEEKExpired
Licence2015596
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Assembly And Servicing Electrical Fitting
STEPHEN JOHN RogersActive
Licence20141219
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JOHN RUMBLEActive
Licence2006518
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JOHN SharpExpired
Licence2016373
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JOHN TAKLEActive
Licence200213071
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JOHN WATTSActive
Licence200212979
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN JOSEPH PORTELLIExpired
Licence19915767
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN LEANActive
Licence20211543
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
STEPHEN LEO DWIGHTActive
Licence19947056
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN MAJDISActive
Licence2024405
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN MARK SWANSONExpired
Licence2013588
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN MICHAEL CELICAActive
Licence19936401
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN MICHAEL FREEBURNActive
Licence199811241
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN MICHAEL HODGKINExpired
Licence2015679
ClassElectrotechnology Systems Restricted Permit
STEPHEN MICHAEL MCKENZIE-MCHARGActive
Licence19936658
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN MICHAEL URSINOExpired
Licence2012723
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
STEPHEN MOULESExpired
Licence2016765
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN NOEL SIMMONDSExpired
Licence19791887
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN PAUL FINNActive
Licence199811540
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN PEARSONExpired
Licence2017779
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN PETER JULIAN-FRASERExpired
Licence200212748
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN RALPH PHILPOTActive
Licence200012006
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN RIXONActive
Licence20241421
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN ROBERT MaroneyExpired
Licence2016226
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN ROBERT REYNOLDSExpired
Licence20151123
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN ROBERT YEADONActive
Licence2019271
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN ROBERTSActive
Licence20161186
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN RYDERActive
Licence201898
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN SCHNEIDERActive
Licence199710875
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN STRAHAN HEATHActive
Licence20111211
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN TRIGGExpired
Licence2019374
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN VAUGHANExpired
Licence2021594
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN WATSONActive
Licence2010714
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN WEISSExpired
Licence2018373
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
STEPHEN WILLIAM OSBORNEActive
Licence19812235
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN WILLIAM SAINTActive
Licence200112390
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN WINTERActive
Licence20181121
ClassUnrestricted
STEPHEN YIT SIHExpired
Licence19842750
ClassUnrestricted
STERIS AUSTRALIA PTY LTDActive
Licence2024369
ClassElectrical Contractor
STEVE ALLAN MASTERSActive
Licence20251428
ClassUnrestricted
STEVE ANDREW WIGGINSActive
Licence20141123
ClassUnrestricted
STEVE CONSTANTINIDISExpired
Licence2013174
ClassUnrestricted
STEVE LAURIE HAYESExpired
Licence2007722
ClassUnrestricted
STEVE LUKE ARMITSTEADActive
Licence200213093
ClassUnrestricted
STEVE MICHAEL BARANActive
Licence200413791
ClassUnrestricted
STEVE THOMPSON ELECTRICAL PTY LTDActive
Licence200313559
ClassElectrical Contractor
STEVEN MATTHEW FLANAGANExpired
Licence199711001
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN ALAN KATICActive
Licence2022228
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN ALAN WARDExpired
Licence200212796
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN ALSEMGEESTActive
Licence20171145
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN ANDERSONExpired
Licence2011299
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
STEVEN ANDREW BROWNActive
Licence19894512
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN BEBEKActive
Licence2010191
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN BENJAMIN GRIMMActive
Licence20091203
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN BLAKERSActive
Licence200012097
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN BONNICIExpired
Licence2011981
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN BOUFARRAAExpired
Licence2020172
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN BRIAN RogersActive
Licence19771501
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN BURROWSActive
Licence20191233
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN COLIN MOOREExpired
Licence199911841
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN CRAIG JAMESExpired
Licence200112591
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN DELCHAUActive
Licence2017450
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN DOHERTYActive
Licence2007827
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN EDWARD DemeryActive
Licence2019452
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN FISHActive
Licence20191254
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN FLORCZAKActive
Licence1973914
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN FRAWLEYExpired
Licence20241284
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN GRAHAM NEWTONActive
Licence19936399
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN GRAHAM TAYLORActive
Licence19791838
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN GRAHAM THOMPSONExpired
Licence2010961
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN GRANT HAZELWOODExpired
Licence2019486
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN GRAY PATTRICKActive
Licence19791917
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN GUYActive
Licence20251224
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN HAMExpired
Licence2022458
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN HARDIEActive
Licence20201339
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
STEVEN HENRY PULISExpired
Licence2011452
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN HOSFORDExpired
Licence2022166
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN JAMES HEALYActive
Licence19905271
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN JAMES SCOTTExpired
Licence200413860
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN JAYActive
Licence19904987
ClassUnrestricted
STEVEN JEFFREY GALLAGHERActive
Licence19915432
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.