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Hire Able Seamen — faster, vetted, worldwide
Shipowners, ship managers, container lines, cruise lines, port authorities, terminals, shipyards, offshore operators, and marine engineering firms use CosmoQuick to source qualified able seamen. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$34.0k
$24.5k – $47.6k
Demand Score
97/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
16K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+16%
rolling 12 months
Why employers hire on CosmoQuick
CosmoQuick matches maritime talent on STCW endorsements, sea-time, type experience, vetting, and trade — eliminating the weeks lost in unstructured search. Hiring teams see vetted, ready-to-interview profiles within days.
Market outlook
Demand for able seamen in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 16% year-on-year increase in Able Seaman mandates, driven by fleet growth, crew rotation cycles, and a tightening rating supply chain in key seafaring nations.
Compensation context
Able Seaman compensation typically falls between $24.5k and $47.6k, with experienced abs in the global maritime market commanding $47.6k+ at leading shipowners, managers, ports, cruise operators, and offshore players. Total compensation often includes leave pay, travel, joining bonuses, performance pay, and ship-type or DP allowances.
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29.6K openings · United Arab Emirates
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20K openings · United Arab Emirates
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24.8K openings · Qatar
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22.4K openings · Saudi Arabia
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31.2K openings · Singapore
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22.4K openings · Hong Kong SAR
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27.2K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Able Seamen
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Able Seamen
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Able Seamen
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Able Seamen
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Able Seamen
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Able Seamen
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Able Seamen
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Able Seamen
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Able Seamen
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Able Seaman in the global maritime market is around $34.0k, typically ranging from $24.5k to $47.6k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.