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The Wakefield Electrical Team
Wakefield Electrical was started by Pete and Sonia Wakefield from their family home at Castle Hill Village. Demand from the city grew quickly and the company is now based in Christchurch where the vans can be easily stocked with the electrical supplies each day by their team of trained electricians.
Wakefield Electrical are Master Electricians servicing Christchurch and Darfield. We listen, understand your requirements, and suggest a range of solutions to suit you. As a locally owned and operated business, the most important thing to us is that you are happy with the work. Our highly skilled team are ready to be scheduled at a time convenient for you so call us now on 03 371 7434.
Pete was born on the West Coast in the mid 60’s and by the time he was 6 had moved with his family to Christchurch. He and his siblings spent a lot of time in the water during this time, competing in swimming, lifesaving and water polo. When he was 10 he discovered that frozen water was more to his liking and began skiing at club ski fields in Canterbury, which is still a passion of his today. After bucking the family trend of being an accountant he tried a few jobs, did a commerce degree, not in accounting, and worked in primary production and in the ski industry in NZ and Canada before seeing the light and becoming an electrician.
Pete & the Family
Canterbury, Our Beautiful Home
A ski club member who is an electrical engineer wanted to spend his weekends skiing instead of fixing electrical things and he got Pete to help and then connected him with a tradesman in town who needed a hand. This turned into an apprenticeship and an ongoing working relationship. Pete decided he wanted to run his own team using his electrical skills but also his people management skills and with Sonia set up Wakefield Electrical to do just that.
Sonia’s early life was based in Oamaru with her fun and active family. After many family holidays in the great outdoors, Sonia left to attend the University of Otago where she spent 6 years as a scarfie. Not one to mind the cold though, she journeyed to Antarctica during her study and came out the other side with a Masters in Science under her belt.
The big smoke of Christchurch beckoned with a job and she spent a few years working for a GPS company before escaping the desk and heading to a local ski field for a winter job in the ticket office. She met Pete and the rest is history. Before being pretty busy with three little girls, Sonia spent a lot of her free time mountaineering, tramping, mountain biking and skiing, reading and baking.
Sonia Wakefield & 1 Year Old Anna
Our Values
We Make Your Electrical Work For You
This means that the service you receive will always be:
PERSONABLE
The days we enjoy the most are when we can leave a smile on the faces of everyone we meet.
RELIABLE
You can rely on us to do what we say we’ll do, every time. We’re committed to every customer.
ATTENTIVE
Each customer we serve has a unique situation. We listen first, then provide the right solution.
ACCURATE
We serve the customer best when we’re fully focussed on the task and working as team players.
EFFICIENT
A fast game is a good game, our efficient service means you always get the best possible value.
ADAPTABLE
Plans can change, which is why we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt and keep things rolling.
Meet the Team
Pete Wakefield
Owner & Registered Electrician
Wakefield ElectricalPete can be found in the office or out on the tools and occasionally he’s been caught looking for a decent coffee. When he’s not working he likes to spend his time in the mountains teaching his three young children how to ski or researching electric vehicles.
- Registered Electrician
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Mitsubishi Heat Pump Installer
- Mitsubishi Heat Pump Service Technician
- EnaSolar Inverter Installer
Sonia Wakefield
Owner & Office Manager
Wakefield ElectricalSonia keeps everything in the office running smoothly and efficiently. She takes care of the systems and processes that ensure all your invoicing and quotes are accurate and prompt every time. She’s also a KNX Partner so she can program and commission building automation systems. When she’s not at the desk she’s busy with three young children. If they’re entertained too then you’ll occasionally find her out skiing, walking or riding a mountain bike.
- Master of Science
- KNX Partner
Patrick Thomson
Registered Electrician
Wakefield ElectricalPatrick is a very skilled registered electrician based in Christchurch. He completed his apprenticeship with Wakefield Electrical. He’s also a KNX Partner which means he’s qualified to install building automation systems and he’s a Mitsubishi certified heat pump installer and service technician. When he’s not working you might find him spending time with his partner or doing some DIY at home.
- Registered Electrician
- KNX Partner
- Mitsubishi heat pump installer
- Mitsubishi heat pump service technician
Henri Rollinson
Apprentice Electrician
Wakefield ElectricalHenri is an apprentice electrician who is rapidly developing his skills and pays a lot of attention to detail. He joined our team in early 2019.
- Electrical Apprentice
- Certified Mitsubishi Heat Pump Installer
Leanne Dady
Office Administrator
Wakefield ElectricalLeanne keeps the office running very smoothly. She’ll probably answer the phone if you call up and she cheerfully organises the office: accounts; jobs; materials & plenty of other office tasks. Her background in purchasing is invaluable and her personal skills are exceptional.
What Our Clients Say
“Wakefield Electrical have been a fantastic team to work with. They come when they say they will and do their work to a high standard. They work with the client’s requests to create the best outcome for them. I can always count on Wakefield Electrical to perform well and achieve the high standards that our building company requires.”
“We have engaged Wakefield Electrical for numerous projects on our own home. From house alterations, general maintenance and exterior lighting. On one occasion, we required a prompt response due to a power outage to a section of the property, due to Peter’s company structure Wakefield Electrical was able to attend to our needs in a most efficient manner. We have always found Peter and his staff to be punctual and respectful of our private spaces. I have been associated with the construction industry for 33 years, all of those years I have had a close association with industry sub trades and I can honestly say I write very few testimonials in favour of sub trades. In this instance though, I am pleased to be asked and pleased to recommend Wakefield Electrical.”
“We have used Wakefield Electrical for a couple of years. They turn up on time and do a great job. Attention to detail is excellent, and they got stuck in and fixed up issues left behind from other sparkies. Highly recommend.”
“Fitzgerald Motors, Hornby have used Wakefield Electrical for many years as their electrician. Peter and his team have always been reliable and professional with all the work they have carried out. We would recommend them to anyone needing any sort of electrical work, either for their business or home.”
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