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Hire Engine Cadets — 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 engine cadets. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$18.0k
$15.0k – $25.2k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
5.2K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+18%
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 engine cadets in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 18% year-on-year increase in Engine Cadet mandates, driven by fleet renewal, decarbonisation retrofits, and the global engineer shortage.
Compensation context
Engine Cadet compensation typically falls between $15.0k and $25.2k, with experienced cadets in the global maritime market commanding $25.2k+ 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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Hire Engine Cadets in Dubai
9.6K openings · United Arab Emirates
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7.5K openings · United Arab Emirates
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6.5K openings · United Arab Emirates
Hire Engine Cadets in Doha
8.1K openings · Qatar
Hire Engine Cadets in Ras Laffan
6.8K openings · Qatar
Hire Engine Cadets in Dammam
7.3K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Engine Cadets in Jeddah
7.5K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Engine Cadets in Muscat
5.7K openings · Oman
Hire Engine Cadets in Manama
5.2K openings · Bahrain
Hire Engine Cadets in Singapore
10.1K openings · Singapore
Hire Engine Cadets in Hong Kong
7.3K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Hire Engine Cadets in Shanghai
8.8K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Engine Cadets
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Engine Cadets
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Engine Cadets
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Engine Cadets
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Engine Cadets
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Engine Cadets
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Engine Cadets
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Engine Cadets
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Engine Cadets
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Engine Cadet in the global maritime market is around $18.0k, typically ranging from $15.0k to $25.2k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.
