Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Languages
References
Timeline
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Stefan Schreuder

Stefan Schreuder

Sunningdale

Summary

I am a highly experienced HVAC&R specialist with over a decade of hands-on experience in commercial, marine, and offshore sectors. I excel in system commissioning, BMS integration, and electrical panel fabrication, and have led cross-functional teams through complex projects from inception to completion. My strategic approach, technical expertise, and dedication to quality ensure I consistently deliver results that improve efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Skills Coach

Local Vocational Training Centre
Cape Town
06.2018 - Current
  • Provides hands-on mentorship to aspiring HVAC technicians.
  • Develops training models to align with industry standards.

HVAC&R Supervisor

Marine HVAC Solutions Inc.
Cape Town
03.2015 - Current
  • Oversaw offshore HVAC operations for global clients like Transocean and Borr Drilling.
  • Managed project budgets, procurement, and technical staff training.
  • Conducted system commissioning and custom panel design for marine platforms.

Senior Manager / Director

Mechanical Cooling Maintenance (MCM)
Cape Town
01.2000 - Current
  • Streamlined operations by implementing project management systems and KPIs.
  • Led high-performing teams, enhancing service delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Introduced innovations in HVAC installation methods and team leadership practices.

HVAC&R Apprentice Technician

TRANE (Service First)
Cape Town
01.2010 - 02.2015
  • Conducted compressor rebuilds, electrical diagnostics, and ventilation assessments.
  • Supported senior engineers in design execution and on-site troubleshooting.

Education

HVAC&R TRADE CERTIFICATE -

TRANE Technical Institute
01.2015

TECHNICAL DIPLOMA - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2008

HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -

[School Name]

Skills

  • HVAC&R Installation
  • Troubleshooting
  • BMS Integration
  • Panel Fabrication
  • Offshore System Expertise
  • Marine System Expertise
  • Project Management
  • Team Management
  • Heat Load Analysis
  • AutoCAD
  • Technical Schematics

Volunteer Experience

Technical Skills Coach, Local Vocational Training Centre, Cape Town, 06/01/18, Present, Provides hands-on mentorship to aspiring HVAC technicians., Develops training models to align with industry standards.

Languages

  • English (Fluent)
  • Afrikaans (Fluent)
  • [Other Language if applicable]

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Technical Skills Coach

Local Vocational Training Centre
06.2018 - Current

HVAC&R Supervisor

Marine HVAC Solutions Inc.
03.2015 - Current

HVAC&R Apprentice Technician

TRANE (Service First)
01.2010 - 02.2015

Senior Manager / Director

Mechanical Cooling Maintenance (MCM)
01.2000 - Current

HVAC&R TRADE CERTIFICATE -

TRANE Technical Institute

TECHNICAL DIPLOMA - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -

[School Name]
Stefan Schreuder