Our Story

Peter Scott

Sis New zealand

Our story

SIS was founded in 1996 by the late Peter Scott, when he started Scott Investigative Services, now trading as Specialist Investigative Services.

Prior to establishing the company, Peter served 28 years with New Zealand Police, retiring as a Detective Senior Sergeant with an extensive career in the Criminal Investigation Branch.

Peter ran Scott Investigative Services for more than 20 years, undertaking a range of private investigation services.

The SIS Directors are committed to carrying the company forward, with the same strong values and ethics instilled and displayed by Peter Scott since 1996.

Sean Scott

Peter’s son Sean, obtained a Private Investigator’s accreditation in 1998. He worked for BF Traders in the Hutt Valley and later contracted to Advance Consulting Group, as their sole Wellington agent.

Sean has many years of experience in the industry, having conducted a wide range of investigations.

He is a specialist in insurance investigation and has experience in surveillance and covert investigation

Sean is experienced in reviewing and developing policies in health and safety. He holds NZQA Health and Safety accreditation.

He is a Managing Director and Licensed Private Investigator with Specialist Investigative Services, and continues to forge a strong reputation in management, across the automotive and construction industries.

Ty Davidson

Ty Davidson completed more than 18 years with New Zealand Police.

He is a qualified Detective and held a number of roles within the Criminal Investigation Branch, managing investigation and prosecution of serious crime.

Ty designed and implemented national training packages for Police, across a range of investigation types and legislation.

He left Police at the rank of Senior Sergeant, as the manager responsible for Coronial Inquests, Criminal Justice and Investigation Units.

He is now a Managing Director and Licensed Private Investigator with Specialist Investigative Services. He brings a wealth of experience in change management, instruction in law and practice, and investigation.

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