Ratings & Crew
Wiper — Global Hiring Overview
Wipers are entry-level engine-room ratings keeping machinery and the engine room clean while learning under qualified engineers.
Median Salary
$24.0k
$17.3k – $33.6k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
9.2K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+16%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for wipers in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 16% year-on-year increase in Wiper mandates, driven by fleet growth, crew rotation cycles, and a tightening rating supply chain in key seafaring nations.
Salary Trend
Wiper compensation typically falls between $17.3k and $33.6k, with experienced wipers in the global maritime market commanding $33.6k+ 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
Wipers typically progress to Oiler, Motorman roles, or into petty officer, bosun, and senior rating progression with cross-rank upgrades across the global hiring maritime market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Clean and maintain engine-room spaces
- •Support routine maintenance
- •Learn machinery operations
Qualifications
- •STCW basic safety training
- •Engine rating training
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Wiper jobs by city
Wiper jobs in Dubai
17.0K openings · $31.2k
Wiper jobs in Abu Dhabi
13.3K openings · $30.7k
Wiper jobs in Fujairah
11.5K openings · $25.2k
Wiper jobs in Doha
14.3K openings · $31.2k
Wiper jobs in Ras Laffan
12.0K openings · $26.4k
Wiper jobs in Dammam
12.9K openings · $26.4k
Wiper jobs in Jeddah
13.3K openings · $26.4k
Wiper jobs in Muscat
10.1K openings · $25.2k
Wiper jobs in Manama
9.2K openings · $26.4k
Wiper salary insights
Hiring by maritime industry
Shipping Companies hiring Wipers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Wipers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Wipers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Wipers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Wipers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Wipers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Wipers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Wipers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Wipers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Wiper in the global maritime market is around $24.0k, typically ranging from $17.3k to $33.6k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.