BIG SKY

Name: Sophie Austin
Nationality: British
Position: Chief steward/ess
Position details: Chief Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Sophie grew up in Liverpool, UK — the legendary home of The Beatles — so it’s no surprise she’ll happily burst into song at any given moment. With a family full of performers, her love for musicals was inevitable. Her family would say she could sing before she could talk, and she’s always loved entertaining people — whether that’s through themed parties, creative cocktails, or simply a good chat.
Before life at sea, Sophie was a qualified hairdresser with over 10 years of experience. But five years ago, she swapped her scissors for the sea and hasn’t looked back since.

Today, she channels her creativity into crafting inventive cocktails, designing elaborate table decorations, and throwing unforgettable parties. Whether it’s a relaxed sunset drink or a full-blown celebration, Sophie loves making every moment extra special and creating experiences guests will never forget.

Name: Matt Harris
Nationality: Welsh
Position: Chief engineer
Position details: Chief Engineer (rotational)
Languages: Not specified
Description: Originally from Tenby, Wales, Matt brings over a decade of maritime experience, having worked across both the cruise and private yachting sectors. He began his career with Royal Caribbean before advancing into senior engineering roles with Azamara and MSC Cruises, later transitioning into the world of luxury private yachts.

Known for his calm, dependable nature and positive attitude, Matt takes great pride in maintaining the highest standards onboard. His attention to detail, technical expertise, and strong work ethic help ensure a safe, efficient, and seamless experience for both guests and crew alike.

When he’s not in the engine room, Matt enjoys sea fishing, playing rugby, and running his Asian fusion restaurant, Bamboo. A firm favourite among the crew, he’s also earned a reputation as the yacht’s undisputed Karaoke King, always ready to entertain with a song and keep spirits high.

Name: Jessica Moor
Nationality: British
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Third Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Jess grew up on an apple farm in the south-east of England before pursuing a degree in Textile Print Design at university. Her passion for travel later took her to Thailand, where she taught English and developed a deep appreciation for diving and the underwater world.

Naturally outgoing and personable, Jess enjoys connecting with people from all walks of life and thrives in hospitality-focused environments. With her enthusiasm for both travel and service, she has found yachting to be a natural and rewarding fit.

In her free time, Jess enjoys salsa dancing, exploring new destinations, and staying active. She is delighted to be part of the program and proud to be a member of the crew.

Name: Stefano Rosolen
Nationality: South African/Italian
Position: Bosun
Position details: Bosun
Languages: Not specified
Description: Stefano comes from Cape Town, where the wind and waves of the Cape of Good Hope naturally led him to a life near and on the water. After years of lifeguarding and hobby sailing through his teenage years, he qualified and worked as a dive guide for 2 years, before being brought into a sailboat delivery which quickly cemented his passion for yachting and offshore cruising. Stefano has been in the industry for 5 years. Stefano finds fulfilment and growth through being the best bosun possible, always striving to create a healthy, dynamic and efficient environment on deck. When not running the deck, Stefano finds himself spending his time surfing, playing guitar, learning languages and studying for his officer’s ticket.

Name: Anthony Astill
Nationality: Australian
Position: Chief engineer
Position details: Chief Engineer
Languages: Not specified
Description: Ant is Big Sky’s cheekiest crew member — the one whose laugh carries across the deck and whose constant jokes keep everyone smiling. Known for a bit of harmless mischief, he brings a light, easy energy that makes life onboard more fun for crew and guests alike.

A marine engineer with superyacht roots since 2003, Ant progressed to captain, running extensive charters across the Great Barrier Reef, Northern Territory and Kimberley’s, and completing a full circumnavigation of Australia. Now back in engineering, he’s focused on technical mastery and reliability at sea.

Currently spending time in the South Pacific, he’s happiest fishing, out on the water, and wherever the ocean sets the pace.

Name: Brett Woodford
Nationality: Australian
Position: Captain
Position details: Captain
Languages: Not specified
Description: Captain Brett hails from the sunny shores of Gold Coast, Australia. With its golden sand beaches, world class surf and winding waterways, there was no doubt that Brett would master all water sports and eventually become the captain he is today.

As a natural leader he excelled as a sailing, waterskiing and wakeboarding instructor. This lead to him becoming a water sports manager at a 5-star hotel in the Whitsundays on the Great Barrier Reef. As his love for the water progressed so did his interest in boats which lead to him becoming a super yacht captain. He now has over 28 years of experience working on 30 – 80 meter yachts all over the world.

Brett joined Big Sky in the beautiful South Pacific. The amazing waters and picturesque cruising enables him to continue his quest of making guests’ holiday dreams become a reality.

When he is not aboard Big Sky, Brett returns home to his family in the hinterland region of the Gold Coast, to spend time with his young family, going boating on the same waters he grew up on, walking the golden beaches, and making sandcastles with his boys. He loves adventure novels, vintage and muscle cars and the simplicity of cutting the grass paddocks on his ride on mower.

Name: Trevor Weaver
Nationality: Australian
Position: Captain
Position details: Captain (rotational)
Languages: Not specified
Description: Trevor is the ideal host for a fabulous charter. Holding a MCA Master 3000-ton license. He is an experienced, “hands on” Captain with more than 30 years in the yachting & tourism industry.

Being from Australia, he has spent most of his life on the water and is a very competent captain. His skills combined with his “can do” attitude are a great asset.

He is knowledgeable and very safety conscious. He keeps Big Sky in top shape and is always ready to take you wherever you are looking to go.

Having cruised in areas ranging from the USA | Bahama | Caribbean | Mediterranean | Australia | New Zealand | Indonesia | South Pacific & Micronesia | Brazil and the Panama Canal. He is a very well-travelled captain, used to dealing with many cultures, oceans and situations.

Name: Bradley Needham
Nationality: South African
Position: First Officer
Position details: First Officer
Languages: Not specified
Description: Bradley was born and raised in Durban, South Africa. He spent his younger years playing sport, being a lifeguard and surfing. He has always been passionate about being in the ocean.

After school Bradley pursued a career in football, he played in the top tier leagues, playing semi-professionally for four years. He then immigrated to the United Kingdom to continue his dream and experience life in a new country; over the years he was approached by a friend in the UK about yachting and thought how great the industry would be for him. Bradley has been in the industry since 2018 and has never looked back, the thrill of cruising to new places and meeting many likeminded people from different back grounds is what keeps him going.

Name: Remi Antoniaza
Nationality: French
Position: Chef
Position details: Chef
Languages: Not specified
Description: Rémi was born and raised in Toulouse, in the south of France, where he studied hospitality and culinary arts. After graduating, he worked to fund his first journey to Australia. He spent two years in Sydney, improving his English and gaining valuable international experience.

Upon returning to France, Rémi worked for four years in Paris in several Michelin-starred restaurants, refining his skills and deepening his passion for gastronomy. His travels then led him to Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he discovered new Flavors and culinary influences.

Since 2017, Rémi has been living in French Polynesia, where he entered the yachting industry. He takes great pleasure in sharing the techniques and experience he has gathered throughout his career and travels. Last year, he became the proud father of a little boy, whom he hopes to raise in this beautiful island paradise.

Name: Natasha Webber
Nationality: Australian
Position: Deckhand
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Natasha was born in a small coastal town on the east coast of Australia, where she spent her childhood camping during school holidays, never far from the ocean. In her early adult years, she explored a variety of roles including retail, bartending, barista work, waitressing, and even a short stint as a wedding planner!

Natasha enjoys any activity that involves sunshine and the outdoors, with her favourite being an early morning walk followed by a coffee.
While her previous experiences helped shape her strong work ethic and people skills, she soon realised she was craving something more. That’s when yachting came into the picture. Combining her hospitality background with a love for the water and sailing, Natasha knew yachting would be the perfect fit, offering an incredible career while allowing her to explore some of the most beautiful destinations in the world.

Name: Angus Pease
Nationality: Australian
Position: Deckhand
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Angus grew up in Tweed Heads, where an active lifestyle shaped much of his early years. A passionate sportsman, he spent most of his time playing cricket, while weekends were often dedicated to fishing and freediving — experiences that sparked his lasting connection to the ocean.

After finishing school, Angus moved to Tasmania to pursue university studies. A year later, he began his yachting career, combining his love for the water with his drive for new challenges and adventure.
He thrives on staying active, whether it’s going for a run, tackling a hike, or enjoying a casual swim. Along the way, he has also picked up new hobbies, including horse riding and playing the guitar.

Angus grew up in Tweed Heads, where an active lifestyle shaped much of his early years. A passionate sportsman, he spent most of his time playing cricket, while weekends were often dedicated to fishing and freediving — experiences that sparked his lasting connection to the ocean.

After finishing school, Angus moved to Tasmania to pursue university studies. A year later, he began his yachting career, combining his love for the water with his drive for new challenges and adventure.

He thrives on staying active, whether it’s going for a run, tackling a hike, or enjoying a casual swim. Along the way, he has also picked up new hobbies, including horse riding and playing the guitar.

Name: Georgia Scott
Nationality: Australian
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Second Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Georgia is from sunny Brisbane, Australia, and grew up in a big, close-knit family where teamwork, laughter, and sharing were a part of everyday life. With a background in hotels and expedition cruising, she developed a deep love for travel, the ocean, and creating memorable experiences for others.

Always curious and eager to learn, Georgia brings a calm, thoughtful energy to her role onboard. Whether she is setting up for a special moment for guests or supporting the team behind the scenes, she takes pride in the small details that makes a stay feel seamless and special.

In her down time, Georgia loves reading, baking something sweet, and getting creative with craft projects. She is also a big fan of live music and is always on the lookout for new artists and cozy new venues to discover.

She is thrilled to be part of the Big Sky crew and looks forward to making your time onboard truly unforgettable.