Contract Workplace Investigators (NSW & QLD)

Wise Workplace; Sydney; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contractor rates

Job summary

WISE Workplace is seeking experienced contract investigators in NSW and QLD to conduct workplace, misconduct, safeguarding and safety investigations. Assignments are project-based with flexible scheduling and access to a national team of experienced investigators.

You will interview witnesses, gather and analyse evidence, apply relevant legislation and policies, and prepare clear, defensible investigation reports.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting investigations, including interviewing, evidence gathering, analysis and report writing.
• A background in employment law, HR, employee relations, policing, complaints management, integrity, safeguarding, NDIS, workplace safety or a related field.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Sound judgement, professionalism and the ability to manage sensitive matters with integrity.
• Current Private Investigator Licence in the relevant State.
• Minimum three years' investigation or related experience.
• Current driver's licence and ability to travel as required.
• Strong time management skills and ability to work independently.
• Certificate IV or Diploma in Government Investigations.
• Degree in Employment Law, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, Workplace Health and Safety or a related discipline.
• ICAM (Incident Cause Analysis Method) training.
• Experience in workplace, safeguarding, NDIS or safety investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct workplace, misconduct, safeguarding and safety investigations.
• Interview witnesses and gather, assess and analyse evidence.
• Apply relevant legislation, policies and procedural frameworks.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive and defensible investigation reports.
• Work collaboratively with clients, investigators and quality assurance specialists.
• Ensure procedural fairness and natural justice principles are upheld throughout investigations.

Skills

Investigation experience

Interviewing

Evidence gathering

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Independent work

Education

Certificate IV or Diploma in Government Investigations

Degree in Employment Law, Industrial Relations, HR, WHS or related

ICAM training

Job description

Contract Workplace Investigators (NSW & QLD)

Flexible Contract Opportunities | Workplace, Misconduct, Safeguarding & Safety Investigations

Are you an experienced investigator looking for meaningful work with flexibility and professional support? Join one of Australia's leading workplace investigation consultancies and help organisations navigate complex workplace, safeguarding and safety matters.

WISE Workplace has been delivering investigation, mediation and training services across Australia for more than 15 years, supporting clients across government, education, health, community services, disability services and the private sector.

We are seeking experienced contract investigators in NSW and QLD. Assignments are allocated based on expertise, availability and location, ranging from short matters to complex investigations.

Why work with WISE Workplace?

Flexible, project-based work with autonomy over your schedule.

Access to a national team of experienced investigators and mediators.

Comprehensive induction, training and ongoing mentoring.

Diverse investigations across multiple industries.

Opportunities for travel and client engagement.

Collaborative culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Competitive contractor rates based on experience and assignment complexity.

About You

You will have:

Experience conducting investigations, including interviewing, evidence gathering, analysis and report writing.

A background in employment law, HR, employee relations, policing, complaints management, integrity, safeguarding, NDIS, workplace safety or a related field.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Sound judgement, professionalism and the ability to manage sensitive matters with integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct workplace, misconduct, safeguarding and safety investigations.

Interview witnesses and gather, assess and analyse evidence.

Apply relevant legislation, policies and procedural frameworks.

Prepare clear, comprehensive and defensible investigation reports.

Work collaboratively with clients, investigators and quality assurance specialists.

Ensure procedural fairness and natural justice principles are upheld throughout investigations.

Current Private Investigator Licence in the relevant State.

Minimum three years' investigation or related experience.

Current driver's licence and ability to travel as required.

Strong time management skills and ability to work independently.

Certificate IV or Diploma in Government Investigations.

Degree in Employment Law, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, Workplace Health and Safety or a related discipline.

ICAM (Incident Cause Analysis Method) training.

Experience in workplace, safeguarding, NDIS or safety investigations.

Recruitment Process

Initial phone interview for shortlisted candidates.

Online assessment (if required).

Final interview with the Workplace Investigations team.

WISE Workplace is committed to diversity, inclusion and maintaining a respectful workplace. We welcome applications from investigators with varied backgrounds and experiences.

For further information, contact Janet Costa on 1300 580 ***.