# About Matthew - Link: https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/about/ - Published: 2026-10-23T08:42:44+13:00 - Author: admin [Skip to content](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/about/#top) [](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/contact/#quote) [ **Phoenix Solar**Solutions [Solar](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels/) * [**Solar panel installation**Home systems sized to your roof and bill](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels/) * [**Solar batteries**Use your solar at night, with backup](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-batteries/) * [**Solar and battery packages**Panels and storage designed together](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-battery-packages/) * [**Solar for new builds**Planned with your builder before the roof](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-new-builds/) * [**Inverters, upgrades and checks**Add panels, a battery or a health check](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-upgrades/) * [**For builders and developers**SiteWise Green, quotes off plans](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/builders/) [Areas](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/areas/) Selwyn District * [Rolleston](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-rolleston/) * [Lincoln](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-lincoln/) * [Prebbleton](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-prebbleton/) * [West Melton](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-west-melton/) * [Darfield](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-darfield/) * [Leeston](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-leeston/) Christchurch * [Christchurch](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-christchurch/) Waimakariri * [Oxford](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-oxford/) * [Rangiora](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-rangiora/) * [Kaiapoi](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-kaiapoi/) Hurunui * [Hurunui](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/solar-panels-hurunui/) [All service areas](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/areas/) [Builders](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/builders/) [About](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/about/) [Contact](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/contact/) [020 451 9767](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/about/+64204519767) [Free solar quote](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/contact/) [Free solar quote](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/contact/#quote)[Call](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/about/+64204519767) ![](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/ai-hero.jpg) [Home](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/) / About About Phoenix Solar Solutions # Meet Matthew, your solar electrician. An NZ Registered Electrician and the founder of Phoenix Solar Solutions, with more than 30 years of hands-on experience across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction and renewable energy systems. ![Matthew, founder of Phoenix Solar Solutions](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co. nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/matthew-pearce.jpg) **Matthew**Founder and NZ Registered Electrician * **Experience**30+ years * **Based in**North Canterbury * **Electrical registration**E265013 * **Endorsed Mains Parallel Generation**EMP099207 * **Site safety**SiteWise Green 2026/27 Matthew’s story ## Genuine electrical expertise, on every roof. Matthew is a New Zealand Registered Electrician and the founder of Phoenix Solar Solutions. Matthew began his trade career at the age of 15 as an electrical apprentice in the United Kingdom and has built more than 30 years of hands-on experience across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction and renewable energy systems. After qualifying as an electrician, Matthew worked throughout London before co-founding his own business at the age of 25. Over the years he has completed projects for homeowners, businesses and high-profile clients, developing a reputation for quality workmanship, attention to detail and practical problem solving. Between 2012 and 2015, Matthew worked on major supermarket developments throughout the United Kingdom, delivering renewable energy and building services projects including commercial hot water systems, heating systems and rooftop solar installations. This experience provided early exposure to large-scale renewable energy technologies and energy-efficient building systems. Committed to ongoing professional development, Matthew later qualified as a plumber and expanded his expertise into HVAC engineering, heating systems and solar energy. He holds electrical qualifications in both the United Kingdom and New Zealand and is certified for Parallel Generation work required for grid-connected solar installations. Today, Matthew combines his background in electrical, HVAC, plumbing and renewable energy systems to provide homeowners with practical solar solutions designed for long-term performance and reliability. Servicing Christchurch, Selwyn and North Canterbury, Matthew personally oversees the design, installation and commissioning of every Phoenix Solar Solutions project. > His goal is simple: high-quality solar systems backed by genuine electrical expertise, > clear communication and long-term local support. Career at a glance ## From apprentice to solar specialist. Age 15 ### Electrical apprentice Starts his trade career as an electrical apprentice in the United Kingdom. Age 25 ### London and his own business Works throughout London, then co-founds his own business serving homeowners, businesses and high-profile clients. 2012 to 2015 ### Renewable energy projects Rooftop solar, commercial hot water and heating systems for major UK supermarket developments. Today ### Phoenix Solar Solutions NZ Registered Electrician, Parallel Generation Certified, installing solar across Christchurch, Selwyn and North Canterbury. Qualifications and certifications ## Qualified in two countries, certified for solar. **NZ Registered Electrician**Registration no. E265013. Designs, wires and signs off every system. **Parallel Generation Certified**Endorsed Mains Parallel Generation, no. EMP099207, for grid connected solar. ![](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/sitewise-green. jpg) **SiteWise Green Accredited**Health and safety assessed through SiteWise by Site Safe, 2026/27. **UK Qualified Electrician**Trained and qualified in the United Kingdom. **UK Qualified Plumber**Plumbing qualification gained through ongoing professional development. **HVAC Engineering Experience**Heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. **Renewable Energy Project Experience**UK supermarket developments, 2012 to 2015. **30+ years in the trade**Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction and renewable energy. Part of the group ## The dedicated solar team of Phoenix Building Services. Phoenix Solar Solutions is the specialist solar division of Phoenix Building Services, the Canterbury trades business behind it. The solar team focuses on one thing, home solar and batteries, while the wider group brings electrical, HVAC, data and plumbing work behind every install. Same founder, same standards, and one local team you can call long after the system is switched on. [Visit Phoenix Building Services](https://phoenixbuildingservices.co.nz) ![](https://phoenixsolarsolutions.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/pbs-logo.jpg) * Electrical * HVAC * Data * Solar * Plumbing Where Matthew works ## Christchurch, Selwyn and North Canterbury. Servicing Christchurch, Selwyn and North Canterbury, with a particular focus on Rolleston and the wider Selwyn District. ChristchurchRollestonLincolnPrebbletonWest MeltonDarfieldLeestonOxfordRangioraKaiapoiWaimakaririHurunui Free solar quote ## Talk to Matthew about your home. Book a free solar assessment and get a fixed price and a savings estimate, from the electrician who will install it. 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