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Hire Master Mariners — 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 master mariners. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$210k
$151k – $294k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
1.8K
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 master mariners in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 11% year-on-year increase in Master Mariner mandates, driven by global fleet renewal, expansion of LNG and container tonnage, and shortage of senior deck officers.
Compensation context
Master Mariner compensation typically falls between $151k and $294k, with experienced masters in the global maritime market commanding $294k+ 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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3.3K openings · United Arab Emirates
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2.6K openings · United Arab Emirates
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2.3K openings · United Arab Emirates
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2.8K openings · Qatar
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2.3K openings · Qatar
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2.5K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Master Mariners in Jeddah
2.6K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Master Mariners in Muscat
2.0K openings · Oman
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1.8K openings · Bahrain
Hire Master Mariners in Singapore
3.5K openings · Singapore
Hire Master Mariners in Hong Kong
2.5K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Hire Master Mariners in Shanghai
3.1K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Master Mariners
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Master Mariners
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Master Mariners
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Master Mariners
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Master Mariners
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Master Mariners
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Master Mariners
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Master Mariners
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Master Mariners
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Master Mariner in the global maritime market is around $210k, typically ranging from $151k to $294k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.