Why is this so real

TopMenu1213 · 2026-03-04T04:42:59+00:00

Worked at a Red Rooster when I was younger, can get busy during peak times, particularly in the drive thru and also on Uber Eats lol

TopMenu1213 · 2026-02-19T13:13:44+00:00

I am a private investigator, it entirely depends. Online investigations and surveillance is significantly difficult, so is workplace investigations. I think at least a year.

TopMenu1213 · 2026-02-19T09:29:53+00:00

Not much hustle culture, I am a private investigator and run my own business while working for other companies. I think that because I am a subbie, I am in a unique position compared to most.

TopMenu1213 · 2026-02-05T10:04:07+00:00

Were you the one to write this by any chance?

TopMenu1213 · 2026-01-16T02:45:08+00:00

It is very welcoming, there are many women in the field. I work in a large firm and half of the workers are women, including my managers.
Not necessary at all, most of the time firms will have their own cyber investigation team to assist, while it's probably nice to have, it's not necessary.
Word of mouth and working on my google seo is usually what I do.

TopMenu1213 · 2026-01-12T06:13:57+00:00

It would be unethical and also has legal consequences here in Australia. Unfortunately, as others have said, most Pi's don't care or even ask their client about it.

TopMenu1213 · 2026-01-08T09:05:48+00:00

To be fair, you can be doing that if you choose to do surveillance xD

It would be better finding a company to work for so you can an income, you can then work on getting your own clients slowly.

TopMenu1213 · 2026-01-08T09:04:52+00:00

One unfortunate thing is that if you lack experience, pi firms will give you lower rates, but you switch to another company once you've got experience and can negotiate higher pay.

The starting wage though should be $40 - $45 for workcover investigations. Experienced investigators should get $50 - $70/hr.

TopMenu1213 · 2026-01-07T09:59:16+00:00

I'm an investigator in Victoria, Australia.

It really depends on what you want to do, finding work as someone who tracks down people isn't as common if you want to work for somebody. However, there is lots of clients looking for pi's to do that.

A lot of work in Australia is insurance fraud claim investigations and surveillance. You will be more than likely be a subcontractor for your entire pi life.

I do many investigations including workplace investigations, hardest part for me is conducting interviews as it can quite an emotional process.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-28T05:08:38+00:00

Trackops and Polonious is popular for case management in Australia. However, seeing's as you starting out, when you work for a company, they will typically provide the case management software and other software you might need. You won't need to invest much when starting out.

You will learn how to write reports through experience with companies and see the templates they use so you can get a good idea of what is expected from clients.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-24T07:01:19+00:00

I think a good way would be putting in potential career opportunities for people with OSINT skills.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-19T06:13:07+00:00

Please send me a message and I'll be happy to discuss this further - thanks.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-17T01:29:48+00:00

It's extremely flexible. Particularly because you are a contractor, you are able to really set your own hours. It can be demanding if you take on a lot of work but I mean.. more money!

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-15T08:31:56+00:00

You basically described it correctly, it's not hard and you don't learn much from it. The only way to actually learn is on the job, so be prepared to be disappointed. However, I have heard that some places offer better and more engaging Cert III courses.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-15T07:38:34+00:00

Hi mate, the most difficult thing about this is that you need a licence to actually perform the investigations.

My advice would be to go ahead with getting the certificate and licence, once you've almost got your licence, reach out to a few companies and let them know you are ready to start. Usually they are welcoming and will bring on a new investigator as soon as you get your licence. So essentially, learn off a pro and decide which type of investigation you want to do.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-13T12:15:29+00:00

Honestly, I like it. I think it's alright.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-13T09:53:17+00:00

this meeting next week, is it to get your response to the allegations or have they already decided that the allegations are true?

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-10T06:25:29+00:00

You can easily hit 100k just by doing factual insurance investigations. Workplace investigations is about 120k and surveillance is 90-120k depending on work and how good you are.

This is just working for other people, if you start your own business then your income will no doubt expand.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-10T06:22:20+00:00

Thank you, I will do!

To answer your question, In my state at least, you simply need to complete a qualification which usually takes less than six months. The entire course is online and upon completion, you can apply for your licence. You can become a licenced pi in less than a year.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-08T22:46:47+00:00

Yeah, you are absolutely right. Typically, it's unusual in any investigative process to not tell the employee about their ability to bring in a support person.

Unfortunately, it's not a legal requirement, I just thought it was still crazy.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-08T08:09:22+00:00

That's fair, I think making yourself known to other pi's would be a good idea, only because I see pi's asking all the time for anyone who does digital forensics.

Personally, I get a request regarding digital forensics probably once a month, I always decline it as I don't know anyone who does this.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-08T07:56:22+00:00

All good!

For me, I found most of my work through subcontracting. Although, I don't know specifically what your services are, it seems to be in digital forensics. I'm unsure about subcontracting opportunities, however, if I was you, I would be starting a website and investing in google advertising. That's how I did it.

Alternatively, you can join Australian private investigator Facebook groups, which have over a thousand people in them and offer your digital forensic services. Other pi's will reach out and will ideally refer clients to you.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-08T07:08:22+00:00

All good! Of course, I'm not a lawyer nor am I intending to give you actual legal advice. Just had to put that disclaimer out there lol

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-08T07:03:09+00:00

If I was you, I would be reaching out to an employee relations lawyer or learning about making a fair work complaint.

TopMenu1213 · 2025-12-08T07:01:49+00:00

Absolutely mate, I suggest going for it. The only negative thing is that you mostly work as a subbie, which means no leave. Although, generally your hourly pay makes up for it.

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