Ratings & Crew
Motorman — Global Hiring Overview
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.
Salary Trend
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 Path
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.
Key Responsibilities
- •Support engine watches
- •Carry out routine maintenance and overhauls
- •Maintain engine-room cleanliness and safety
Qualifications
- •STCW III/4 / III/5 engine rating
- •Hands-on engine-room experience
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Motorman jobs by city
Motorman jobs in Dubai
22.2K openings · $44.2k
Motorman jobs in Abu Dhabi
17.4K openings · $43.5k
Motorman jobs in Fujairah
15K openings · $35.7k
Motorman jobs in Doha
18.6K openings · $44.2k
Motorman jobs in Ras Laffan
15.6K openings · $37.4k
Motorman jobs in Dammam
16.8K openings · $37.4k
Motorman jobs in Jeddah
17.4K openings · $37.4k
Motorman jobs in Muscat
13.2K openings · $35.7k
Motorman jobs in Manama
12K openings · $37.4k
Motorman salary insights
Hiring by maritime industry
Shipping Companies hiring Motormen
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Motormen
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Motormen
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Motormen
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Motormen
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Motormen
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Motormen
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Motormen
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Motormen
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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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.