EV Charger Installation Gold Coast

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If you’re looking to install an EV charger on the Gold Coast — whether for a home, apartment complex, commercial premises, or industrial site — Hexar Solutions has the technical experience and the licences to get the job done properly. We’re a specialist electrical contractor with over 30 years in the industry, and we handle EV charger installations across the Gold Coast, Tweed Heads, and into the Northern NSW border region. From a single Tesla Wall Connector in a residential garage to a multi-bay commercial EV charging station at a retail centre or car park, we scope, supply, install, and commission to AS/NZS 3000 and AS/NZS 3820 standards.

EV Charger Installation on the Gold Coast

The Gold Coast’s rapid residential and commercial growth means EV charging infrastructure is increasingly in demand — from Southport and Broadbeach through to Robina, Coomera, Hope Island, and across the Tweed border into Coolangatta and Kingscliff. Hexar Solutions is licensed to work across QLD and NSW, which makes us a practical choice when your project sits close to the state border or spans both jurisdictions.

Our team works directly with property owners, developers, body corporates, fleet managers, and facilities teams. We don’t subcontract the electrical work out. The people who quote your job are the same people with the licences and the experience to install it correctly.

What We Install

We install the full range of EV charging equipment across residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Our work on the Gold Coast covers:

• Home EV charger installation — dedicated 7.2kW or 22kW AC wall-mounted chargers, including Tesla Wall Connector installation for residential garages and private driveways
• Commercial EV charging stations — multi-bay AC and DC fast charging for shopping centres, hotels, office buildings, car parks, and hospitality venues
• Strata and apartment EV charging — load-managed systems for shared parking, designed to avoid overloading existing building infrastructure
• Fleet and industrial EV charging — high-capacity charging infrastructure for electric vehicle fleets, including depot charging solutions and switchboard upgrades
• Destination charging — EV charging stations for tourist attractions, resorts, and caravan parks along the Gold Coast and Tweed Heads corridors

What’s Involved in an EV Charger Installation

Every EV charger installation starts with an honest site assessment. We look at your existing switchboard capacity, cable routes, metering configuration, and what earthing arrangements are already in place. This is where shortcuts get taken by others — and where problems show up later. We do it properly from the start.

A typical residential EV charger installation on the Gold Coast involves:

• Site assessment and load calculation
• Determining whether a switchboard upgrade or circuit addition is required
• Cable installation from the switchboard to the charger location — may involve trenching for external runs
• Supply and installation of the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)
• Earthing and protective device installation in accordance with AS/NZS 3000
• Testing, commissioning, and issuing a Certificate of Test

Commercial and multi-bay EV charging station projects are more involved. These typically require load management systems, network connectivity (for access control and billing), civil works coordination, and often a protection study for larger installations. We manage all of that in-house or coordinate closely with civil contractors on your behalf.

All our installations comply with AS/NZS 3000 (Wiring Rules) and where applicable, AS/NZS 3820 (Essential Requirements for Electrical Equipment). We’re ISO 9001 certified and NECA members, so our quality management processes are documented and auditable — relevant if you’re a developer, facility manager, or body corporate that needs that assurance.

Why Use a Specialist Electrical Contractor for EV Charging

EV charger installation is not a job for a general handyman or even a general electrician without the right background. The load characteristics of EV charging — sustained high-current draws over extended periods — put more stress on wiring, terminations, and protective devices than most residential or commercial circuits are designed to handle. Getting the cable sizing, overcurrent protection, and earthing arrangements right is not optional. It’s what the Wiring Rules exist for.

Hexar Solutions brings 30 years of industrial and commercial electrical experience to every EV charger installation. We understand load management, switchboard ratings, and protection coordination. That background matters when you’re designing a system that needs to run reliably for years without nuisance tripping, cable degradation, or safety incidents.

We’re also across the network connection requirements in Queensland and NSW — including Energex and Essential Energy approval processes — so we can advise you early if your project requires network notification or a metering change.

Serving the Gold Coast and Tweed Region

Our Gold Coast EV charger installation work covers the full region, including:

• Southport, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Mermaid Waters
• Robina, Varsity Lakes, Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach
• Coomera, Pimpama, Hope Island, Helensvale
• Coolangatta, Bilinga, Tugun
• Tweed Heads, Banora Point, Kingscliff, Murwillumbah (NSW)

Because we hold electrical contractor licences in both QLD and NSW, cross-border projects near Tweed Heads are straightforward for us. We’ve handled projects that straddle both jurisdictions and we know how to manage the compliance requirements for each.

Frequently Asked Questions — EV Charger Installation Gold Coast

How much does it cost to install an EV charger on the Gold Coast?

The cost depends on a number of factors: the type of charger (7.2kW AC wall unit vs. DC fast charger), the cable run length from your switchboard, whether your switchboard needs upgrading, and whether any trenching or conduit work is required. A straightforward residential installation in a garage close to the switchboard is generally more economical than a commercial multi-bay setup requiring significant cable runs and load management systems. We provide site-specific quotes — call us on 1300 365 700 to arrange a free assessment.

Do I need a licensed electrician to install an EV charger in Queensland?

Yes. In Queensland, all EV charger installations must be carried out by a licensed electrical contractor. The installation must comply with AS/NZS 3000 (the Australian Wiring Rules) and the electrician must issue a Certificate of Test upon completion. Installing an EV charger yourself or using an unlicensed tradesperson is illegal and will invalidate your home insurance in the event of a claim.

Can I install a Tesla Wall Connector at my Gold Coast home?

Yes. The Tesla Wall Connector is a popular choice and we install them regularly across the Gold Coast. It requires a dedicated circuit installed by a licensed electrician, sized correctly for the charger output and the cable run. We can also assist with configuring the charger’s output settings to suit your home’s switchboard capacity if needed.

What’s the difference between a Level 2 AC charger and a DC fast charger?

Level 2 AC chargers (typically 7.2kW to 22kW) are the standard for home and most commercial destination charging. They charge most EVs fully overnight or within a few hours. DC fast chargers deliver power directly to the battery at much higher rates (50kW, 150kW, or more) and are used in public charging hubs or commercial sites where rapid turnaround is needed. DC fast charging infrastructure is significantly more complex and costly to install, and requires careful coordination with the network operator. We handle both.

Can EV chargers be installed in apartment buildings or strata properties on the Gold Coast?

Yes, and it’s an area we’re actively working in. Strata EV charging requires a different approach to a standalone property — particularly around load management, metering (so individual owners can be billed for their consumption), and avoiding overload on the building’s existing electrical infrastructure. It also typically involves body corporate approval and coordination. We’ve navigated this process and can advise on a suitable technical solution for your building.

How long does an EV charger installation take?

A standard residential EV charger installation — assuming no switchboard upgrade is needed — can typically be completed in a single day. More complex commercial installations, or those requiring switchboard upgrades, civil works, or network approval, will take longer and require proper project planning. We’ll give you a realistic timeline as part of the quoting process, not a vague estimate that blows out later.

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