Electrical Installation, Repairs, And Maintenance For Homes And Businesses - 24/7 call out service for urgent repairs and breakdowns
Located in Alexandra and servicing Central Otago and beyond
Central Otago Electrical's industrial electricians offer trusted electrical services from installations to emergency repairs
Central Otago Electrical delivers robust, compliant industrial electrical services to the region’s orchards, factories, processing plants, mines, and infrastructure sites. Our team can keep your systems running safely and efficiently - day or night.
We specialise in complex industrial systems and offer fast response times when every minute of downtime costs money. Our clients rely on our professionalism, efficiency, and technical skill. Whether it’s a failing switchboard, a system-wide fault, or a hazardous electrical issue, we get there and get it sorted.
With a proven track record across Central Otago and the capacity to handle everything from routine servicing to major automation upgrades, we’re the team to call when you need things done right.
Talk to us today about your industrial electrical needs - or call now for urgent service or system support. We offer 24/7 callouts for emergency electrical work and can organise a generator onsite if required.
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Central Otago Electrical offers a wide range of industrial electrical services refrigeration plant servicing, automation and complex system upgrades
  • Certified Master Electricians for safe, compliant, high-quality electrical work
  • Fast fault response and 24/7 emergency breakdown callouts available
  • Scheduled maintenance services for industrial and rural operations
Based in Alexandra and working across Central Otago
Full service industrial electrical work
We support Central Otago’s rural and industrial sectors with reliable, compliant electrical solutions - designed for demanding environments and complex systems.
  • VSD/VFD installation and advanced motor control
    Improve energy efficiency and precision control for conveyors, processing equipment, and automated systems.
  • Plant and process automation
    Automation solutions for grading lines, drying plants, concrete block factories, and other mechanised production lines.
  • Motor control cabinets and industrial switchboards
    Design, build, and install custom switchboards and control panels to meet the unique needs of industrial sites.
  • Control cabinet wiring and upgrades
    Modify or expand existing control systems with updated wiring, sensors, or PLC integration.
  • Power distribution and cabling
    Reliable, scalable cabling for new plant setups, factory expansions, or infrastructure upgrades.
  • Lighting design, installation & maintenance
    Durable lighting solutions for warehouses, yards, and production areas—compliant with health and safety standards.
  • Emergency lighting systems / Emergency fault repairs and power outage support
    Install and maintain compliant emergency exit lighting and signage for industrial buildings. Fast-response service when machinery fails or power is lost.
  • Generators and automatic changeover controls
    Ensure continuous power with backup generator setups, including ATS systems for automatic switchover.
  • Hazardous area electrical work
    Safe electrical design for explosive environments like distilleries, fuel stations, or dust-prone workshops—eliminating spark risks.
  • Irrigation and pump automation and control
    Set up or repair irrigation systems, pump stations, and flow controls for orchards, vineyards, and large rural properties.
  • Refrigeration plant control and servicing
    Electrical installation and troubleshooting for cool stores, chillers, and temperature-sensitive processing systems.
  • Data and telecommunications installation
    Structured cabling for networked devices, communications, and remote monitoring tools.
  • Thermal imaging reports (insurance or preventative)
    Identify electrical hot spots in hard-to-reach plant or distribution panels—often required for risk management.
  • Periodic verification reports (AS/NZS 3019 compliant)
    Certify the safety of electrical systems in line with national standards for compliance and peace of mind.
  • Hazardous area electrical work
    Electrical installations and upgrades in fuel, alcohol, or dust-prone environments where explosion risks exist.
  • General maintenance and scheduled servicing
    Preventative electrical checks and servicing plans to extend equipment life and avoid unscheduled breakdowns.
  • Electrical inspections and compliance support
    Support for insurance, pre-audit, or council compliance—including coordination with certified electrical inspectors.
Fast, targeted industrial electrical repairs

When faults happen, you need a team who can respond quickly—and fix it properly the first time. Central Otago Electrical offers 24/7 emergency callouts, prioritised by urgency and risk, so critical operations aren’t left waiting.
We repair faults across a wide range of industrial systems, including:
  • Industrial welders, joinery tools, and specialist workshop machinery
  • Backup generators and automatic transfer systems
  • Faulty switchboards, control panels, or plant cabling
  • Power failures in refrigeration, pump, or automation systems
  • Hazardous zone issues at distilleries, fuel stations, or dust-prone workshops
We’re known for fault-finding others often miss, and for our ability to work safely in high-risk environments. From urgent issues in rural areas to time-critical breakdowns in factories or council facilities, we get you back up and running fast - with clear communication and real-time updates along the way.
Proactive maintenance support for industrial, rural, and infrastructure sites

Unplanned downtime is costly—especially when it impacts production or safety. That’s why we offer tailored maintenance plans for industrial, agricultural, and infrastructure sites throughout Central Otago.
Our services include:
  • Scheduled inspections for switchboards, plant equipment, and control systems
  • Maintenance of orchard and irrigation automation before peak seasons
  • Thermal imaging and compliance testing for insurance and safety
  • Servicing of backup generators, pump systems, and public infrastructure
  • Hazardous area maintenance to prevent ignition risks in explosive environments
Whether you run a cherry processing plant, a block-making factory, or a rural council facility, our team builds maintenance plans around your operations. With decades of experience and a proactive approach, we help you stay compliant, reduce failures, and protect your assets long-term.
Supporting local industrial sites for all electrical work

Central Otago Electrical is trusted by industrial clients throughout the region - from workshops and production lines to rural facilities and hazardous zones, we're the electricians to call. Our clients value not just our technical expertise, but our clear communication, reliable scheduling, and the respectful way we work on site. Whether it’s a fault or a complex system breakdown, we get the job done safely and efficiently.
With certified industrial electricians, fast response times, and a reputation for going the extra mile, we’re the team businesses turn to when downtime isn’t an option. Need urgent support or planning an upgrade? Contact Central Otago Electrical today.
FAQs for our industrial electrical services

Yes. We install and maintain emergency lighting, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches. We also provide 24/7 emergency callouts to get production lines back online with minimal downtime.

Yes. We perform energy audits—reviewing lighting, motor control systems, switchboards, and cable setups—to identify efficiency gains and compliance improvements for reducing operational costs.