Employment Investigations

In New Zealand, employers have an obligation to investigate employee complaints, and to follow a fair and reasonable process. In New Zealand, an investigation can be carried out by an impartial, neutral party within the organisation or an external investigator. External Investigators must be a licensed Private Investigator or a lawyer. Delos are licensed private investigators.

Employment Investigations determine the facts of a situation / what did or didn’t occur. At Delos, we investigate potential misconduct, policy breaches, sexual harassment, discrimination or bullying complaints or concerns etc.

Separating the Investigator from the Decision Maker

Separating the roles of investigator and decision-maker in an employment investigation is beneficial for ensuring a fair and unbiased process. The investigator focuses on gathering facts, while the decision-maker assesses those facts to determine appropriate action. This separation helps avoid potential bias and ensures the decision-maker can objectively evaluate the situation based on the evidence presented.