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Bullying Investigations

Independent workplace investigations establish the facts and support fair, defensible decisions. A workplace investigation can affect careers, team trust and organisational reputation. Poor scoping, delay, perceived bias or inconsistent evidence handling can compound the original complaint and expose the organisation to further challenge.

iHR Australia conducts independent workplace bullying investigations into complex complaints and disputed allegations.

We assess patterns of behaviour in context and distinguish workplace bullying from conflict, isolated conduct and reasonable management action.

Workplace bullying and harassment matters often involve competing accounts, prior conflict, patterns of behaviour and different perceptions of the same events. Treating every difficult interaction as the same issue can lead to poor scoping, procedural unfairness and findings that do not address what actually occurred.

Our investigators define clear terms of reference, examine each allegation against the evidence and deliver impartial findings that help decision-makers determine the appropriate response.

25+ years of experience:
Established experience supporting organisations with workplace investigations and conflict resolution.

Independent and impartial:
Objective evidence assessment, with the investigator separate from your organisation’s outcome decision.

Experienced with complex matters:
Support for sensitive complaints, including investigations involving executives and board members.

Clear findings and practical insight:
Written reports explain our findings, with optional recommendations addressing underlying workplace issues.

Why choose iHR Australia For Bullying Investigations?

Experienced investigators. Clear, defensible findings.

For more than 25 years, organisations across Australia have trusted iHR Australia to handle sensitive workplace matters with independence, professionalism and care.

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By the numbers

Since 1998

Independent bullying investigations expertise

1,500+

Clients supported across Australia & New Zealand

500+

Sensitive workplace matters resolved each year

600+

Training programs delivered annually

Our workplace bullying investigation process

1. Discuss your concerns

Tell us about the complaint, your priorities and any immediate concerns.

2. Confirm the scope

We clarify workforce context, current systems, known concerns, decision-makers and the outcomes the organisation needs.

3. Investigate the matter

We conduct interviews, review evidence and provide appropriate opportunities to respond.

4. Report and debrief

Receive a written findings report and discuss next steps for your organisation.

Meet our bullying investigators

Experienced HR and workplace relations professionals, bringing independent judgement and sensitivity to complex complaints.
John Brennan

John Brennan

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor and Facilitator

Marie Irwin

Marie Irwin

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

Martin Bock - Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

Martin Bock

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor, Mediator & Consultant

Paula Bruce

Paula Bruce

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor and Facilitator

Adam Simms

Adam Simms

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

Dr Helen Sitlington PhD

Dr Helen Sitlington PhD

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

Karen Blackhurst

Karen Blackhurst

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

Jay Locke

Jay Locke

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

Karen Streckfuss

Karen Streckfuss

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

FAQs

Common questions decision-makers ask about Bullying Investigations

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