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Motormen support engine-room operations — watchkeeping ratings handling routines, repairs, and engine-room safety alongside the officers.

Median Salary
$34.0k
$24.5k – $47.6k
Demand Score
95/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
12K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+15%
rolling 12 months

Market outlook

Demand for motormen in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 15% year-on-year increase in Motorman mandates, driven by fleet growth, crew rotation cycles, and a tightening rating supply chain in key seafaring nations.

Compensation

Motorman compensation typically falls between $24.5k and $47.6k, with experienced motormans in the global maritime market commanding $47.6k+ 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.

Career trajectory

Motormen typically progress to Oiler, Wiper roles, or into petty officer, bosun, and senior rating progression with cross-rank upgrades across the global hiring maritime market.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Motorman in the global maritime market is around $34.0k, typically ranging from $24.5k to $47.6k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.