Stephan qualified as a Professional Land Surveyor in 2003 and completed his articles with MHP Geomatics in Westville KZN.  He then joined OPTRON for the first time in 2006 as the Regional Manager – Eastern Coastal and was responsible for sales and support.  In 2011 he left OPTRON to start his own land surveying business – NSA Geomatics.  After having gained extensive experience and skills whilst running his own business, he decided to return to OPTRON once again to take on the position of Geospatial Segment Manager.