About Ward Chandler

Ward Chandler is a cutting edge electrotechnology company based in the heart of Auckland. With over 50 years in the electrical industry, Ward Chandler Electrical is one of the leading contracting companies in the market today. During this period we have shown that we have both the ability and commitment to undertake a wide variety of electrical engineering projects. Our portfolio demonstrates our aptitude for excellence, unique skills and precision. From high efficiency LED lighting, train maintenance, to turnkey projects and E&I packages. Find out how we can help you devise and deliver world class electrical solutions.

Our History

Ward Chandler Electrical was formed in 1961 by David Ward and Morrie Chandler. Managing Director Mark Borland, joined Ward Chandler Electrical in the mid 1970s and became a co-owner in 1986. Upon David and Morrie’s retirement in late 2006, Mark took over the business in its entirety. Today, Ward Chandler Electrical employs over 90 staﬀ in the greater Auckland area, including Project Managers, Estimators, CAD Draughtsman and Admin staﬀ.

The McKay Group

In December 2015 the McKay Group acquired Auckland-based Ward Chandler Electrical Ltd making them one of the largest electrical solutions organisation in New Zealand. Ward Chandler is now part of the McKay Group of Companies who oﬀer a wider range of electrical, engineering and soware services to clients in the marine, industrial and infrastructure markets.

The McKay Group is comprised of seven main operating divisions

The McKay Group Companies

Having started providing electrotechnology services in 1936, McKay is a historic New Zealand electrical company with a depth of experience in providing end to end electrical solutions for a wide range of industries and sectors. McKay is the parent brand and has acquired and started a range of companies under the McKay Group name in order to serve all electrical needs.

With a history spanning more than 50 years, MGE are experts in the switchboard industry, redefining the reliability and quality of switchboard products. The business was acquired by McKay in 2010 and became The McKay Group’s official switchboard division, enabling McKay to provide full electrical design and manufacturing services in-house.

Ward Chandler has over 50 years of experience in the electrical industry and is one of the leading contracting companies in the market today. In December 2015 the McKay Group acquired Auckland-based Ward Chandler Electrical Ltd making them one of the largest electrical solutions organisation in New Zealand.

Cervina specialises in providing customized electrical design automation solutions to the international marine industry. The business was acquired by McKay in 2015, allowing the McKay group to undertake any electrical marine project. Together their knowledge of the marine market is unrivalled and attracts clients from across the globe.

Maintenir is a joint venture company, bringing together the experience and skills of four successful New Zealand companies in delivering total engineering maintenance and project solutions for heavy industry organisations. McKay started this joint venture alongside Culham Engineering, United Civil Construction and ISS.

McKay USA LLC is a subsidiary of McKay ltd, established in 2008, registered and insured in Connecticut USA. The USA division extends our talented resource pool of experienced engineers and electricians and enables McKay to serve international clients. The USA division works extensively on complex marine electrical projects.