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Chris Van Wyk is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in various fields, including graphic design, interior architecture, project management, and technical support. He has worked as a flooring specialist, kitchen designer, IT support technician, and more. Chris holds a Project Management Certificate from the University of Cape Town and a National Diploma in Drawing Office Practice from WP Technical College.

Experience

  • SA Vloerweelde
    • City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    • Flooring Specialist
      • Mar 2019 - Present
      • City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

  • WDesigns
    • Somerset West Area, South Africa
    • Self Employed
      • Aug 2017 - Mar 2018
      • Somerset West Area, South Africa

      Meet with clients – establishing needs and supply solutionsProvide layouts and detailed drawings according to client’s project specificationsResponsible for customer quotes, signing of contractsPlacing of ordersCreate detailed drawings for production / fitmentLiaising with external parties about designs when required (Interior Designers, Architect, Builder, Joiner Company) Project Management – plans and timelinesDesign of kitchens, bedrooms, bathroom and living room Site visits and inspections Plumbing and Electrical layouts

  • Easy Life Kitchen
    • Stellenbosch, Somerset West
    • Kitchen Designer
      • Dec 2014 - Jul 2017
      • Stellenbosch, Somerset West

      Meet with clients – establishing needs and supply solutionsProvide layouts and detailed drawings according to client’s project specificationsResponsible for customer quotes, signing of contractsPlacing of ordersCreate detailed drawings for production / fitmentLiaising with external parties about designs when required (Interior Designers, Architect, Builder, Joiner Company) Project Management – plans and timelinesDesign of kitchens, bedrooms, bathroom and living room Site visits and inspections Plumbing and Electrical layouts

    • IT Support and Designer
      • May 2005 - Nov 2014

      ICAD Designer and Network AdministratorCAD DesignerDesign of kitchens, bedrooms, bars, bathrooms and multimedia units (Winner)Client LiaisonPreparation of cost estimates for project (Quotations and pricing)Product sourcing and ordersPlumbing and electrical lay outsSite inspectionsManages & leads project resourcesLiaising with suppliersSales and sourcing of new clientsProvide reports on progress of projects Network Administrator:Troubleshoot, resolve and repair Office IT issuesWindow desktop/server operating systemsSupport and Maintenance for all hardware, software applications and networksSetup and install of new user accounts, passwords – User Management and BackupsSetup and manage Microsoft Windows servers, network switches and firewallsInstalling, setup and configuring of new and current equipment (desktops, laptops, PABX, Routers, Wireless access points, etc.) – operating systems and applicationsTesting and evaluating new technologyPurchasing of all Hardware and SoftwareSupport on Mac products

  • Compuscan
    • Stellenbosch
    • Support Technician / Technical Manager
      • Dec 2000 - Apr 2005
      • Stellenbosch

      Software and hardware testingGeneral Management of Technical Call CentreSales – Software & HardwareServicing of Key Accounts and ClienteleWebsite administration and maintenance Desktop repairs and desktop maintenance PC Support – Hardware, Software, NetworkManaging, delegating & measuring of inbound and outbound callsProblem solvingGeneral Client ServiceGeneral Admin DutiesProvide Training and support to new staff membersInstallation of software and setting up of hardware (LAN)Assisting with general support and up keeping of Internal Network as well as installing and support of Networks for clients

  • GEO Line SA
    • Paarden Eiland
    • Head Designer / Sales Executive
      • Apr 1997 - Nov 2000
      • Paarden Eiland

      Head Designer of Kitchen unitsDesign of kitchens, bedrooms, bars, bathrooms and multimedia units (Computer aided design)Client LiaisonManagement of ShowroomSalesStore and Supply managementOrdering of stockQuotesManages & leads project resourcesSite InspectionsLiaising with suppliers

  • Denel (Somchem)
    • Somerset West Area, South Africa
    • Senior Operator
      • Oct 1996 - Mar 1997
      • Somerset West Area, South Africa

      Composite MaterialAssisting with design processBuilding of Rocket/ Missile Motors/ Bodies Research materials for military applicationClassified Projects

  • HG Molenaar
    • Noorder-Paarl Area, South Africa
    • Student Draughtsman
      • Jan 1993 - Dec 1995
      • Noorder-Paarl Area, South Africa

      Machine Building and designHydraulicsPneumatics

Education

  • 2014 - 2014
    University of Cape Town
    Project Management, Certificate
  • 1993 - 1994
    WP Technical College
    National Diploma (N4 & N5), Drawing Office Practice
  • 1988 - 1992
    Bellville Techinical Highschool
    High School

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