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Shipowners, ship managers, container lines, cruise lines, port authorities, terminals, shipyards, offshore operators, and marine engineering firms use CosmoQuick to source qualified dynamic positioning officers. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$135k
$97.2k – $189k
Demand Score
88/100
High
Monthly Openings
1.6K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+12%
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 dynamic positioning officers in the global maritime market is robust. Maritime employers report a 12% year-on-year increase in Dynamic Positioning Officer mandates, driven by global fleet renewal, expansion of LNG and container tonnage, and shortage of senior deck officers.
Compensation context
Dynamic Positioning Officer compensation typically falls between $97.2k and $189k, with experienced dpos in the global maritime market commanding $189k+ 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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3.0K openings · United Arab Emirates
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2K openings · United Arab Emirates
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2.5K openings · Qatar
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2.2K openings · Saudi Arabia
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2.3K openings · Saudi Arabia
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1.6K openings · Bahrain
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3.1K openings · Singapore
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2.2K openings · Hong Kong SAR
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2.7K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Dynamic Positioning Officers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Dynamic Positioning Officers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Dynamic Positioning Officers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Dynamic Positioning Officers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Dynamic Positioning Officers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Dynamic Positioning Officers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Dynamic Positioning Officers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Dynamic Positioning Officers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Dynamic Positioning Officers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Dynamic Positioning Officer in the global maritime market is around $135k, typically ranging from $97.2k to $189k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.