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 and has recently been appointed as General Manager.