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Oiler jobs — apply across leading maritime employers

Oilers handle lubrication, machinery checks, and routine engine-room work as watchkeeping ratings on merchant and offshore vessels.

Median Salary
$32.0k
$23.0k – $44.8k
Demand Score
95/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
10K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+14%
rolling 12 months

Market outlook

Demand for oilers in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 14% year-on-year increase in Oiler mandates, driven by fleet growth, crew rotation cycles, and a tightening rating supply chain in key seafaring nations.

Compensation

Oiler compensation typically falls between $23.0k and $44.8k, with experienced oilers in the global maritime market commanding $44.8k+ 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

Oilers typically progress to Motorman, 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 Oiler in the global maritime market is around $32.0k, typically ranging from $23.0k to $44.8k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.