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Hire Captains — 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 captains. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$180k
$130k – $252k
Demand Score
96/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
4.2K
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 captains in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 13% year-on-year increase in Captain mandates, driven by global fleet renewal, expansion of LNG and container tonnage, and shortage of senior deck officers.
Compensation context
Captain compensation typically falls between $130k and $252k, with experienced captains in the global maritime market commanding $252k+ 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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7.8K openings · United Arab Emirates
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6.1K openings · United Arab Emirates
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5.3K openings · United Arab Emirates
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6.5K openings · Qatar
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5.5K openings · Qatar
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5.9K openings · Saudi Arabia
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6.1K openings · Saudi Arabia
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4.6K openings · Oman
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4.2K openings · Bahrain
Hire Captains in Singapore
8.2K openings · Singapore
Hire Captains in Hong Kong
5.9K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Hire Captains in Shanghai
7.1K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Captains
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Captains
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Captains
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Captains
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Captains
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Captains
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Captains
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Captains
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Captains
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Captain in the global maritime market is around $180k, typically ranging from $130k to $252k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.