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Hire Marine Safety Officers — 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 marine safety officers. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$82.0k
$59.0k – $115k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
2.4K
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 marine safety officers in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 13% year-on-year increase in Marine Safety Officer mandates, driven by tightening IMO, EU, and flag-state oversight plus rising vetting and TMSA expectations.
Compensation context
Marine Safety Officer compensation typically falls between $59.0k and $115k, with experienced msos in the global maritime market commanding $115k+ 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 Marine Safety Officers in Dubai
4.4K openings · United Arab Emirates
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Abu Dhabi
3.5K openings · United Arab Emirates
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3K openings · United Arab Emirates
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Doha
3.7K openings · Qatar
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Ras Laffan
3.1K openings · Qatar
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Dammam
3.4K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Jeddah
3.5K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Muscat
2.6K openings · Oman
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Manama
2.4K openings · Bahrain
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Singapore
4.7K openings · Singapore
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Hong Kong
3.4K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Hire Marine Safety Officers in Shanghai
4.1K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Marine Safety Officers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Marine Safety Officers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Marine Safety Officers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Marine Safety Officers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Marine Safety Officers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Marine Safety Officers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Marine Safety Officers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Marine Safety Officers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Marine Safety Officers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Marine Safety Officer in the global maritime market is around $82.0k, typically ranging from $59.0k to $115k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.