Our Services
At S.E.E. Spatial & Geophysics, we provide specialist geophysical survey services for unmarked grave detection, heritage site mapping, and subsurface infrastructure assessment using advanced Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) technology.
Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Services
Our primary method is Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) — one of the most trusted non-invasive tools for cemetery mapping and burial site detection. GPR is highly effective because it can detect both physical and chemical changes in the ground without disturbing the site, making it ideal for heritage preservation and archaeological investigations.
Using electromagnetic radiation in the microwave band (typically 10 MHz to 2.6 GHz), GPR sends pulses into the ground. These pulses are reflected back by subsurface irregularities, allowing us to build a clear picture of what lies beneath. When focusing on physical changes, GPR can reveal soil disturbances left by graves — even those dating back to the late 18th century — offering a reliable, respectful method for detecting historic burials.
Our Expertise
We specialize in cemetery surveys across rural and remote locations throughout Australia, including Indigenous communities, heritage sites, and challenging terrain. Our comprehensive reports identify burial locations with precision, integrate findings into GIS systems, and support respectful cemetery management for local governments, councils, families, and communities.
Additional Services
Beyond unmarked grave detection, we offer subsurface infrastructure detection, heritage mapping, and geophysical surveys for archaeological and cultural heritage projects. Our founder holds a Doctorate in Geophysics for Archaeology, ensuring scientifically robust and ethically informed solutions.
Above is an example of the GPR data. There are three grave sites there.
S.E.E. Spatial & Geophysics has successfully completed geophysical surveys and cemetery mapping projects across a wide range of rural and remote locations throughout Australia, including remote Indigenous communities, South West Victoria, rural South Australia, Lord Howe Island, and the World Heritage-listed Norfolk Island.
Our expertise spans unmarked grave detection, subsurface infrastructure assessment, heritage site mapping, and archaeological investigations. We work with local governments, cemetery authorities, councils, families, and communities to deliver scientifically rigorous, ethically informed solutions.
Following a geophysical survey, we provide a comprehensive report that details findings and identifies the centroid locations of any possible burials. These data points can be easily integrated into your Council GIS systems to ensure accurate and respectful cemetery management, heritage preservation, and long-term site documentation.
Why Choose S.E.E. Spatial & Geophysics?
Our founder holds a Doctorate in Geophysics for Archaeology, combining spatial science expertise with deep knowledge of unmarked grave detection. This research-led approach ensures your project is defensible, respectful, and scientifically sound — whether for cemetery surveys, heritage mapping, or subsurface detection in challenging environments.
Contact S.E.E. Spatial & Geophysics today to start your geophysical survey project and preserve these important heritage sites with care and precision.
