Sofia
First Officer
Currently on TS Driftwood · 2 years, 8 months onboard
Bulgaria
About Me
I am a First Officer with a strong navigation background and a fairly low tolerance for messy bridge routines. I enjoy the detail of passage planning, watchkeeping, tender movements, and getting deck teams aligned before the pressure arrives. I started on sailing yachts and have moved into larger motor-yacht programmes, so I am comfortable being hands-on while still keeping the operational picture tidy.
My Experience
TS Driftwood — First Officer
Sept 2023 – Present
TS Artemis — First Officer
Jan 2021 – Jun 2023
My Endorsements
I worked with Sofia Marinova on TS Driftwood, and she was genuinely helpful to have alongside us. She was so helpful all the time getting the deck guys to help with provisions, which made a real difference for us in the galley. Every time we were going to hit rough weather, she came and helped us stow the galley, and that kind of support meant a lot. She is also really good at drills and stuff, and I always found her nice and helpful. I’d be happy to work with her again and recommend her.
Worked together for 3 years 1 month
Sous Chef · TS Driftwood
Sofia kept bridge operations calm and precise during a busy Driftwood season. She communicated early, followed through without drama, and made the deck team stronger.
Worked together since Sep 2023
Captain · TS Driftwood
My Certifications
Other
My Skills
other
My Education
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Science
Marine Biology
2013 – 2016
Le Cordon Bleu
Grand Diplôme
Culinary Arts
2014 – 2017