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Hire Bosuns — 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 bosuns. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$52.0k
$37.4k – $72.8k
Demand Score
94/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
5.4K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+13%
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 bosuns in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 13% year-on-year increase in Bosun mandates, driven by fleet growth, crew rotation cycles, and a tightening rating supply chain in key seafaring nations.
Compensation context
Bosun compensation typically falls between $37.4k and $72.8k, with experienced bosuns in the global maritime market commanding $72.8k+ 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.
For Shipowners, Ports & Maritime Employers
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It takes minutes. Vetted profiles arrive within 48–72 hours.
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Hire Bosuns in Dubai
10.0K openings · United Arab Emirates
Hire Bosuns in Abu Dhabi
7.8K openings · United Arab Emirates
Hire Bosuns in Fujairah
6.8K openings · United Arab Emirates
Hire Bosuns in Doha
8.4K openings · Qatar
Hire Bosuns in Ras Laffan
7.0K openings · Qatar
Hire Bosuns in Dammam
7.6K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Bosuns in Jeddah
7.8K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Bosuns in Muscat
5.9K openings · Oman
Hire Bosuns in Manama
5.4K openings · Bahrain
Hire Bosuns in Singapore
10.5K openings · Singapore
Hire Bosuns in Hong Kong
7.6K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Hire Bosuns in Shanghai
9.2K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Bosuns
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Bosuns
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Bosuns
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Bosuns
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Bosuns
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Bosuns
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Bosuns
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Bosuns
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Bosuns
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Bosun in the global maritime market is around $52.0k, typically ranging from $37.4k to $72.8k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.