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Hire ISM Managers — 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 ism managers. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$115k
$82.8k – $161k
Demand Score
86/100
High
Monthly Openings
1.2K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+11%
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 ism managers in the global maritime market is robust. Maritime employers report a 11% year-on-year increase in ISM Manager mandates, driven by tightening IMO, EU, and flag-state oversight plus rising vetting and TMSA expectations.
Compensation context
ISM Manager compensation typically falls between $82.8k and $161k, with experienced ism managers in the global maritime market commanding $161k+ 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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2.2K openings · United Arab Emirates
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1.7K openings · United Arab Emirates
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1.5K openings · United Arab Emirates
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1.9K openings · Qatar
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1.6K openings · Qatar
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1.7K openings · Saudi Arabia
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1.7K openings · Saudi Arabia
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1.3K openings · Oman
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1.2K openings · Bahrain
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2.3K openings · Singapore
Hire ISM Managers in Hong Kong
1.7K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Hire ISM Managers in Shanghai
2.0K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring ISM Managers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring ISM Managers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring ISM Managers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring ISM Managers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring ISM Managers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring ISM Managers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring ISM Managers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring ISM Managers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring ISM Managers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a ISM Manager in the global maritime market is around $115k, typically ranging from $82.8k to $161k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.