Joseph Hillman Loses License Over Indecent Assault Conviction

14.02.2025

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A security guard convicted of indecent assault has been permanently banned from working in the industry after a ruling by the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA).

Joseph Hillman, who previously worked in security, had his certificate of approval canceled immediately after the NZ Police lodged a complaint under Section 74 of the Private Security Personnel and Private Investigators Act 2010.

Hillman’s indecent assault conviction is a mandatory ground for disqualification under the law, making him ineligible to continue working in the security sector. But that wasn’t his only misconduct. Police also revealed that Hillman was dismissed from his security job last year after racking up over $1,200 in personal expenses on his employer’s fuel card without permission.

Hillman did not attend his hearing, nor did he provide any response to the allegations or attempt to apply for a waiver.

The PSPLA ruling, issued on February 10, 2025, confirmed that Hillman is no longer suitable to hold a security license. He must return his security ID within seven days.

This case serves as another warning to those working in security—offending and financial dishonesty will not be tolerated. The PSPLA continues to take a firm stance against individuals who breach the trust placed in them.