Our Services
At MTS Heritage, we specialise in historical and maritime archaeology and work in partnership with Indigenous communities on Aboriginal heritage projects. We research, understand, interpret, conserve and celebrate Australia’s heritage so our future generations can connect with the past.
We provide clear guidance, tailored project management and high-quality deliverables from initial assessment, survey and excavation, to heritage interpretation and conservation management plans. We are known for our highly ethical practice and expertise in guiding clients to excellent heritage outcomes.
Learn more about our services below or please contact us to discuss your needs.
Historical Archaeology
For a combined 50 years, MTS Heritage has delivered some of Australia’s most important historical archaeology and heritage projects. We collaborate with clients and across disciplines, and work in partnership with communities throughout assessment, investigation and survey.
Our team, led by Excavation Director Fiona Leslie, offers comprehensive archaeology and heritage services from site assessments and excavation to curation, interpretation and community engagement.
MTS Heritage archaeologists have the capability to work in large-scale field based operations for complex development, infrastructure and construction projects, and are equally able to service small-scale, agile teams for monitoring and unexpected finds. Our Historical Archaeological services include:
- Historical Archaeological Assessments
- Conservation Management Plans
- Statements of Heritage Impact
- Historical Archaeological Impact Assessment
- Archaeological zoning and management plans
- Section 57, Section 60 and Section 140 works applications
- Archaeological test and salvage excavations
- Archaeological research designs
- Archaeological surveys and reporting
- Archaeological monitoring
- Historical Research
- Artefact analysis
- Unexpected finds management
- Photographic Archival Recording
Maritime Archaeology
MTS Heritage Director Chris Lewczak is a trusted leader in maritime archaeology, offering expert guidance on submerged cultural heritage, shipwrecks, and coastal developments. Chris has extensive experience navigating complex maritime legislative requirements and providing detailed heritage assessments for government agencies, infrastructure projects, and private clients.
Our commitment to excellence extends beyond compliance—we actively contribute to maritime heritage research, community engagement, and conservation efforts. By working closely with Traditional Owners, regulators, and industry partners, we ensure that underwater cultural heritage is protected, understood, and integrated into modern development projects with care and expertise. Our Maritime Archaeological services include:
- Maritime Archaeological assessments
- Maritime Archaeological project management
- Submerged Cultural Landscapes
- Underwater Cultural Heritage
- Review of magnetometer, side-scan sonar and geomorphological data
- Maritime specific heritage advice
- Maritime archaeological monitoring
- Maritime unexpected finds management
- Maritime archaeological research designs
- Section 60 and Section 140 works applications for maritime projects
- Artefact analysis
- Historical Research
Aboriginal Archaeology
MTS Heritage works in partnership with Traditional Custodians, Registered Aboriginal Parties, Aboriginal Archaeologists and Indigenous communities throughout archaeological assessment, investigation and survey. We believe in going beyond ‘consultation’, to actively developing personal reciprocal relationships with a network of Aboriginal stakeholders and Aboriginal engagement consultants across the state.
MTS Heritage offers culturally sensitive heritage services through ongoing respectful consultation, adherence to best practices in cultural heritage management and the provision of expert advice. Our team of proficient heritage consultants employs a scalable approach, drawing on a network of trusted specialists such as anthropologists, Cultural Heritage Consultants, and Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Liaison Officers when required, ensuring we deliver the highest quality outcomes without compromising on attention to detail.
- Aboriginal archaeology field surveys and reporting
- Aboriginal Community Consultation
- Liaison with Registered Aboriginal Parties and Local Aboriginal Land Councils
- Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment Reports (ACHARs)
- Aboriginal Due Diligence Assessments
- Aboriginal Test and Salvage Excavations
- Aboriginal Cultural Values Assessments
Heritage Advice
MTS Heritage prides itself on providing clear, expert guidance regarding your heritage asset. We deliver high-level advice on design, assessment and compliance, and are known for our decades of experience advising Tier 1 contractors and government agencies on projects with highly complex approval pathways. We are equally as experienced guiding local communities and organisations to excellent heritage outcomes.
The key to accurate advice is our excellent relationships with regulators, depth of knowledge of the relevant legislation and extensive experience across a variety of project scenarios. Our Heritage Advice services include:
- Heritage project management
- Heritage Advice
- Heritage Impact Statements
- Conservation Management Plans
- Photographic Archival Recording
- Regulatory, legislative and compliance assistance
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Mentoring & Community Engagement
Beyond our professional advisory services, MTS Heritage is deeply committed to sharing our knowledge through mentorship and community engagement. Excavation Director Fiona Leslie’s passion for sharing her knowledge and insight has led to her participation in archaeological field schools, community open days, and public speaking events.
By mentoring the next generation of archaeologists and engaging with local communities, MTS Heritage ensures that future generations can connect with the past. Our mentoring and community engagement work includes:
- Archaeological field schools
- Public speaking, conferences and events
- Community open days
Some of our work has been captured in these community facing videos:
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