Professional electrical services for Central Otago homes and businesses
Central Otago Electrical is proud to be a well-established, locally owned business that's been serving the region since 1996. What started as a small family-run operation has grown into a large experienced team and one of the most trusted names in electrical work across Alexandra, Cromwell, Clyde, Roxburgh, and beyond. We’ve built our reputation on honesty, reliability, and delivering smart solutions that make a real difference to homes, businesses, and industrial operations throughout Central Otago.
We’re Master Electricians with decades of collective experience, and we offer a wide range of services from basic home wiring to large-scale commercial and industrial projects. With a modern fleet, a well-stocked office and workshop, and a highly capable team, we’ve got the resources and knowledge to take on jobs of all sizes. For expert advice, an urgent repair, or an electrical project - contact Central Otago Electrical.
Meet Shane - owner, electrician, and local
Shane Harrex first joined Central Otago Electrical as an apprentice in 2007. He became a qualified electrician in 2010 and quickly gained hands-on experience working on major industrial jobs, including mining and orchard operations where downtime simply wasn’t an option. That early exposure to high-pressure environments taught Shane the importance of fast thinking, clear communication, and reliable solutions.
In 2014, Shane became a co-owner alongside original founder Greg Hamill. Together, they expanded the business into new areas like solar installations, inspections, telecommunications, and security systems.
By 2025, Shane became sole owner, bringing a fresh focus and energy to the business while continuing to honour the values the company was built on. He is a registered electrical inspector and plays an active role in day-to-day operations.
Shane has played for the local rugby team for 13 seasons (as a captain for some of those), and been a committed member of the Alexandra Fire Brigade, so is a familiar face in the community. Shane has been lucky to have the support of his wife, Cindy, who played a key role in designing and improving the business office and overall presentation. Together, they’re raising a family with four wonderful children.
Full electrical services for residential, commercial, and industrial requirements
We offer a full range of electrical services across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Call us when you need:
- Residential Electricians for rewiring, heat pumps, lighting, switchboard upgrades, data cabling, renovations, new builds, and more.
- Commercial Electricians for fit-outs, lighting, maintenance, emergency repairs, CCTV, compliance reports, test & tag, and more.
- Industrial Electricians for plant automation, hazardous area work, control systems, large-scale fault repairs, inspections, and more.
- Solar and EV Charging – Solar system design and installation for homes and businesses, off-grid systems, hybrid setups, and EV chargers.
- Electrical Inspections & Reports – Electrical WOFs, periodic verification, thermal imaging, metering checks, and insurance/pre-purchase inspections.
- Telecommunications & Security – Phone and data cabling, camera and alarm systems, lighting control, and more.
- 24/7 callouts for urgent repairs and breakdowns.
- Generator installation - if you require a generator for power we can arrange it.
Whatever the job, we offer smart solutions tailored to your property, budget, and long-term needs.
Proven capability across all types of electrical work
Central Otago Electrical has a large team of skilled electricians with a broad range of skills and experience. That means we can match the right people to each job - keeping costs down for simpler tasks and bringing in our most experienced electricians and inspectors for more complex work.
Each job begins with a clear, practical consultation - no jargon, just honest advice that puts your needs first. Shane personally oversees the design and quoting process, ensuring solutions are tailored to your property, business, or industrial site.
Our office team and project managers ensure every job runs smoothly through to completion. We also work closely with trusted local contractors and fault response teams, allowing us to coordinate jobs that require multiple trades and respond fast when needed.
Skilled workmanship - certified and guaranteed
All our work is backed by the Master Electricians workmanship guarantee - so you can be confident it’s done right. We’re also accredited by SiteWise Gold for health and safety, and are proud members of SEANZ (Sustainable Energy Association of NZ), NZEIA (New Zealand Electrical Inspectors Association), and supporters of FENZ (Fire & Emergency NZ).
Actively involved in the Central Otago community
Over the years, we’ve supported a wide range of community groups and clubs, including local rugby and soccer teams, the bowling club, Omakau ladies golf, Alexandra Fire Brigade, and the Central Otago Growers Association (Winter Feed Competition). We believe in giving back to the region that’s supported us for nearly 30 years - and we’ll continue to do so for many more.
From a small fix to a major project, we’re ready to help. With expert staff, quality gear, and a strong track record, Central Otago Electrical is the team to trust when you want it done right—first time, every time. Contact us today - whether you have an urgent issue, need a quote or want to talk through your next project - we're here to make things easy.
