Electrical Services
Reliable, Compliant & High-Performance Electrical Infrastructure for Commercial Buildings
Electrical systems are the backbone of every commercial property. From incoming supply and distribution to life safety systems, lighting, controls, and tenant services, your electrical infrastructure must perform reliably, safely, and efficiently; at all times.
At Performance Facility Management, we take a whole-of-system approach to electrical performance. We don’t just maintain assets, we ensure every component operates as part of an integrated, compliant, and optimised building system aligned with your operational and financial objectives.
We support property managers and commercial landlords across Melbourne, Sydney, and Canberra, delivering electrical services that prioritise compliance, transparency, and long-term asset performance.
Comprehensive Electrical Services
We provide a complete range of electrical services across commercial, residential, and industrial properties, including:
- Test and Tag (including RCD testing)
- Mechanical Electrical Services (HVAC power and controls)
- Motor control centres and switchboard systems
- Essential services and life safety systems
- Emergency and exit lighting systems
- General light and power services
- Thermographic scanning and reporting of switchboards
- Electrical audits and single line diagrams
- Building Management System (BMS) and controls audits
- Energy Management Systems (EMS)
- Lighting upgrades, controls, and rezoning
- Switchboard upgrades and refurbishments
- Fault finding, investigation, and system modifications
- Access control systems and integration
- Car park carbon monoxide control systems
From routine maintenance and compliance testing to major upgrades and fit-outs, we ensure your electrical systems are operating safely, efficiently, and in line with current standards.
Structured Maintenance Programs
Electrical systems require consistent and structured maintenance to remain compliant and reliable. We deliver tailored maintenance programs to suit your asset and risk profile, including:
- Monthly inspections and preventative maintenance
- Quarterly system testing and performance reviews
- Six-monthly compliance checks and servicing
- Annual inspections aligned with statutory obligations and certification requirements
These programs are critical for supporting your Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS) obligations and ensuring both essential and non-essential systems perform as required under all operating conditions.
Whether your property is occupied or vacant, proactive maintenance protects your asset, your tenants, and your legal position.
Why Electrical System Performance Matters
Electrical systems are deeply interconnected with HVAC, fire protection, lifts, security, and tenant operations. A fault or inefficiency in one area can impact both base building (“house”) services and tenant services, often in ways that are not immediately visible.
Poor electrical performance can result in:
- Unplanned outages and operational disruption
- Increased energy consumption and unnecessary costs
- Safety risks to occupants and contractors
- Non-compliance with statutory requirements
- Reduced equipment lifespan and premature failure
We identify these risks early and manage them proactively—before they escalate into costly failures.
Our Approach to Electrical Systems
1. Compliance & Risk Management
We ensure your building meets all relevant Australian Standards and statutory obligations. Our structured approach to maintenance, testing, and reporting ensures your documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready.
2. Performance & Reliability
We assess how your systems perform under real operating conditions—not just whether they are functioning. This includes load balancing, system resilience, and fault identification.
3. Efficiency & Optimisation
We identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and modernise your electrical infrastructure to meet current and future demands.
Core Electrical Systems We Work with
Main Switchboards & Distribution
- Incoming supply and metering
- Circuit protection and distribution systems
- Load monitoring and capacity management
- Thermal imaging and early fault detection
Lighting Systems
- Internal and external lighting
- Emergency and exit lighting
- Lighting controls and automation
- LED upgrades and energy optimisation
Essential & Backup Power
- Generator systems and automatic transfer switches (ATS)
- Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
- Essential services switchboards
- Routine testing under simulated load conditions
Power Quality & Monitoring
- Harmonics and voltage stability
- Power factor correction
- Energy metering and reporting
- Fault diagnostics and system monitoring
Integrated Systems
- Building Management System (BMS) connectivity, including Tridium platforms
- HVAC electrical interfaces
- Fire and life safety system integration
- Security and access control systems
Relevant Standards & Compliance
Our services are aligned with key Australian Standards, including:
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules
- AS/NZS 3017 – Electrical Installations Verification
- AS/NZS 3760 – In-Service Inspection & Testing
- AS 2293 – Emergency Lighting & Exit Signs
- AS/NZS 61439 – Low Voltage Switchboards
- AS 1851 – Routine Service of Fire Protection Systems
We ensure all inspections, testing, and reporting are carried out in accordance with these standards—supporting full compliance and audit readiness.
Common Issues We Identify
Across many assets, we consistently uncover hidden electrical risks such as:
- Overloaded circuits and unbalanced electrical loads
- Ageing or poorly maintained switchboards (look right for an example)
- Inadequate emergency lighting performance
- Disconnection between electrical and mechanical systems
- Deferred maintenance leading to instability and failure
Our role is to identify and rectify these issues early—protecting both your asset and your occupants.
Our Difference
Most providers focus on isolated maintenance tasks. We take a broader view.
We:
- Assess how your entire building performs as a system
- Identify interactions between services that others miss
- Provide clear, actionable recommendations—not just reports
- Align electrical performance with your operational and financial goals
We also work alongside platforms and methodologies such as WR8Tech, ensuring a structured, data-driven approach to building performance and asset management.
Who We Work With
We support:
- Commercial office buildings
- Retail centres
- Industrial facilities
- Medical and healthcare facilities
- Educational institutions
- Government assets
- Strata and mixed-use developments
Our clients are typically property managers and commercial landlords who require confidence that their assets are compliant, efficient, and professionally managed.
Many of our relationships are long-term—built on transparency, consistency, and reliable delivery.
Take Control of Your Electrical Systems
If you’re unsure about the condition or performance of your electrical systems, now is the time to act.
Do you know:
- Whether your switchboards are operating within safe limits?
- If your emergency systems will perform in a real event?
- Whether your building is consuming more energy than necessary?
If the answer isn’t clear, we can provide the insight and structure you need.