About French Electrical
Our Story
We have been providing the people of Auckland with unparalleled electrical services for over 40 years now and know the industry inside and out. From residential lighting, to commercial and industrial ventures, we’ve seen and done it all. With a wealth of experience, and certifications to match, we’ve grown exponentially since our 1974 inception.
From our early beginnings with Richard French at the helm, our team of qualified electricians has grown into the family business it is today. Richard’s son, Chris, joined the family trade in 1992, and became a partner in 1996. As a father/son duo, Richard and Chris have successfully trained over thirty apprentices, who have since become qualified tradesmen and women.
Our Mission
French Electrical provides electrical services for residential homeowners, builders and commercial building owners who seek a reliable, knowledgeable and professional electrician for repairs to meet basic needs or enhancements to improve lifestyle. Clients prefer our solution over our competitors because we are innovative, solution–based, proven, and we’ll do what we say we’ll do.
Our Community
Here at French Electrical, we are strongly community minded and always try to give back where we can in our local community. As proud sponsors of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, we help great New Zealanders to keep doing amazing things.
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter has been operating for over 40 years, mainly servicing the greater Auckland area. The Helicopter provides rescue services 24/7, 365 days a year.
Our Team
Our team has grown from 1 to over 20 people, as our business has expanded and developed over the years. We are based in Auckland, New Zealand and our team come from all over the world.
RICHARD FRENCH
Retired
THE FOUNDER
1947-2018
Richard and Kath started the company in 1974.
KATH FRENCH
Retired
THE FOUNDER
Richard and Kath started the company in 1974.
CHRIS FRENCH
General Manager & Registered Electrician
THE BOSS
Born and breed into the business. Keen on Rugby & the outdoors.
CHANTELLE FRENCH
Business Manager
THE ANALYST
Crushes the numbers and develops the office systems. Also keen on the great outdoors.
NICK DODD
Estimator & Registered Electrician
THE RUNNER
The multitasker. Keen on trail running and the great outdoors.
SHELLEY BROWN
Office Manager
THE PERFECTIONIST
Amazing attention to detail and runs a very tight ship. Keen on the outdoors.
JOSEPH HENNING
Operations Manager & Registered Electrician
THE ENTERTAINER
Likes to connect with people. Good listener and can get along with anyone.
HEIN VAN HEERDEN
Driver
THE KEEPER
Responsible for all the deliveries made by the company.
NIGEL SCOTT
Registered Electrician
THE TRAVELLER
Travels playing rugby and worked in remote locations around the world.
RODY WILTENBURG
Registered Electrician
THE SOFTBALLER
From playing to coaching softball.
MARCO HATTINGH
Registered Electrician
THE CAR RACER
A big car and car-related topics enthusiast.
SEAN JANUARY
Registered Electrician
THE FOODIE
Food enthusiast, always keen on sushi.
VINCENT LARK
Registered Electrician
THE BOATIE
From sailing to fishing, keen to be on the water.
ANDREW JONES
Trade Assistant
THE ENTHUSIAST
Keen on great outdoors and loves nature.
MIKE WOOD
Trade Assistant
THE SNOWBOARDER
Loves snowboarding and a keen roadie.
NOAH DAVIS
Trade Assistant
THE SPORTS ADDICT
The football lover, up the Red Devils.
BEN GILCHRIST
Trade Assistant
THE ROADIE
Keen on 4WD, water sports, and snowboarding. Enjoys good company.
ALEKSANDR ANDREEV
Trade Assistant
THE KITESURFER
Loves cooking, great outdoors, and anything with an engine.
MATTHEW PAINTER
Trade Assistant
THE GYM JUNKIE
DAN CHRISTOPHERS
Trade Assistant
THE BASKETBALL PLAYER
KURT ROMANS
Trade Assistant
THE FOOTBALLER
JACOB SPRING
Trade Assistant
THE LADS LAD
SAM JUPE
Trade Assistant
THE OUTDOORSMAN
HUNTER FRENCH
Trade Assistant