Hiring Hub
Hire Vessel Planners — 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 vessel planners. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$78.0k
$56.2k – $109k
Demand Score
94/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
2.6K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+14%
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 vessel planners in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 14% year-on-year increase in Vessel Planner mandates, driven by container throughput growth, automation programs, and new terminal investments globally.
Compensation context
Vessel Planner compensation typically falls between $56.2k and $109k, with experienced vessel planners in the global maritime market commanding $109k+ 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
Post your Vessel Planner hiring request
It takes minutes. Vetted profiles arrive within 48–72 hours.
Hire Vessel Planners by city
Hire Vessel Planners in Dubai
4.8K openings · United Arab Emirates
Hire Vessel Planners in Abu Dhabi
3.8K openings · United Arab Emirates
Hire Vessel Planners in Fujairah
3.3K openings · United Arab Emirates
Hire Vessel Planners in Doha
4.0K openings · Qatar
Hire Vessel Planners in Ras Laffan
3.4K openings · Qatar
Hire Vessel Planners in Dammam
3.6K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Vessel Planners in Jeddah
3.8K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Vessel Planners in Muscat
2.9K openings · Oman
Hire Vessel Planners in Manama
2.6K openings · Bahrain
Hire Vessel Planners in Singapore
5.1K openings · Singapore
Hire Vessel Planners in Hong Kong
3.6K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Hire Vessel Planners in Shanghai
4.4K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Vessel Planners
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Vessel Planners
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Vessel Planners
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Vessel Planners
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Vessel Planners
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Vessel Planners
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Vessel Planners
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Vessel Planners
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Vessel Planners
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
Related specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Vessel Planner in the global maritime market is around $78.0k, typically ranging from $56.2k to $109k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.