Shipping & Logistics
Shipping Manager — Global Hiring Overview
Shipping Managers run shipping operations for owners, operators, and charterers — across container, bulk, tanker, and specialised trades.
Median Salary
$135k
$97.2k – $189k
Demand Score
88/100
High
Monthly Openings
2.4K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+12%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for shipping managers in the global maritime market is robust. Maritime employers report a 12% year-on-year increase in Shipping Manager mandates, driven by fleet expansion, ESG and emissions compliance, and the digitalisation of commercial shipping.
Salary Trend
Shipping Manager compensation typically falls between $97.2k and $189k, with experienced shipping managers in the global maritime market commanding $189k+ 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
Shipping Managers typically progress to Fleet Manager, Vessel Operations Manager roles, or into fleet manager, head of operations, and commercial / chartering leadership across the global hiring maritime market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Own shipping operations and commercial performance
- •Lead voyage and chartering execution
- •Liaise with masters, charterers, and ports
Qualifications
- •Maritime / business background
- •8+ years shipping operations leadership
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Shipping Manager jobs by city
Shipping Manager jobs in Dubai
4.4K openings · $176k
Shipping Manager jobs in Abu Dhabi
3.5K openings · $173k
Shipping Manager jobs in Fujairah
3K openings · $142k
Shipping Manager jobs in Doha
3.7K openings · $176k
Shipping Manager jobs in Ras Laffan
3.1K openings · $149k
Shipping Manager jobs in Dammam
3.4K openings · $149k
Shipping Manager jobs in Jeddah
3.5K openings · $149k
Shipping Manager jobs in Muscat
2.6K openings · $142k
Shipping Manager jobs in Manama
2.4K openings · $149k
Shipping Manager salary insights
Shipping Manager salary in Dubai
$176k
Shipping Manager salary in Abu Dhabi
$173k
Shipping Manager salary in Fujairah
$142k
Shipping Manager salary in Doha
$176k
Shipping Manager salary in Ras Laffan
$149k
Shipping Manager salary in Dammam
$149k
Shipping Manager salary in Jeddah
$149k
Shipping Manager salary in Muscat
$142k
Shipping Manager salary in Manama
$149k
Hiring by maritime industry
Shipping Companies hiring Shipping Managers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Shipping Managers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Shipping Managers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Shipping Managers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Shipping Managers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Shipping Managers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Shipping Managers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Shipping Managers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Shipping Managers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
Related specialties
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Shipping Manager in the global maritime market is around $135k, typically ranging from $97.2k to $189k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.