About Us

Our Story

Kia Ora! Thanks for learning more about us.

We met in 2012 while working together in Antarctica and started Heritage Preservation & Field Support (HPFS) Solutions in 2016 (based in Taranaki, New Zealand) to meet the demands of both the local community, a broader national base and beyond. We wanted a business name and practice that encompassed all of our skills and embodies who we are independently and collectively.

We have been involved in a variety of projects the world over, from small individual advice to multi-national and grant awarded teams. In 2021, we were selected to be on an approved list of suppliers on New Zealand government panels for heritage preservation. Our goal is to present options and assist you in finding the right solution for your project and resources.

We are ready to work with you!

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Susanne grieve rawson

Susanne Grieve Rawson is a Principal for HPFS Solutions and specialises in object conservation. Over the past 15 years she has enjoyed serving in many roles related to cultural heritage preservation, art, material culture, and archaeology including non-profit, education, and private practice environments. In addition to private work she is a PhD Candidate at Victoria University Wellington in the Museum and Heritage Studies program. Her specialty is working with sites and objects in coastal environments, although she has been fortunate to work with a variety of materials and in locations from the Arctic to the Antarctic and across the Near East and Africa. These experiences encompass a wide range of material types and environments which make her well suited to serve a diverse community of heritage organizations with a range of collection needs.

Credentials:

  • B.A. Anthropology (Archaeology) (University of West Florida)

  • M.A. Principles of Conservation (University College London)

  • Ph.D. Candidate, Museum and Heritage Studies (Victoria University Wellington)

  • American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (Fellow)

  • New Zealand Conservators of Cultural Materials (Full Member, Executive Committee Member)

  • New Zealand Archaeological Association (Member)

  • International Council of Museums (Associate Member)

Susanne Grieve CV

Jeff Rawson

Jeff Rawson is a Principal and Field Operations Coordinator for HPFS Solutions. With a diverse background in mechanics, logistics, and in-field roles, he is ideally suited for a variety of work environments. Growing up on a dairy farm and subsequently working in the agricultural industry taught him valuable skills in critical thinking and problem solving. The completion of an automotive trade certificate and apprenticeship exposed him to the concept of repairing and improvisation with limited resources, which led to opening his own business in small engine repair and custom machinery. Since that time, he has held various positions that have allowed him to gain experience in non-traditional environments which developed his skills in communication, teamwork, leadership and logistical planning and strengthened his mechanical abilities. He also has experience on archaeological excavations. Jeff's personal interest in photography has also served as an asset for documentation, promotion, and publication. Having a strong love of the outdoors has also led him on many climbing, kayaking, and mountain biking adventures in New Zealand and throughout the World.

For more information on his experience, connect with him on Linked In!