Seaman Salaries on Crude Oil Tanker in 2025

Below are the changes in salaries for key positions over the past year.
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Position

Average monthly salary

(current year)

Average monthly salary

(last year)

Difference %

1 Master 17530 USD 16847 USD 4.05%
2 2nd Engineer 13598 USD 12917 USD 5.27%
3 3rd Engineer 5794 USD 5573 USD 3.97%
4 Chief Officer 13802 USD 13109 USD 5.29%
5 Chief Engineer 16848 USD 16372 USD 2.91%
6 ETO 8560 USD 8011 USD 6.85%
7 2nd Officer 5740 USD 5663 USD 1.36%
8 3rd Officer 4451 USD 4476 USD -0.56%
9 AB Seaman 2348 USD 2195 USD 6.97%
10 Fitter / Welder 3066 USD 3089 USD -0.74%

Dynamics of changes in salaries for key positions over the past year.

Please note: the data is based on the industry average and may vary depending on the company and the region of work.

Master
2025

2nd Engineer
2025

3rd Engineer
2025

Chief Officer
2025

Chief Engineer
2025

ETO
2025

2nd Officer
2025

3rd Officer
2025

AB Seaman
2025

Fitter / Welder
2025

Companies hiring on Crude Oil Tanker

If you are looking for a job on a Crude Oil Tanker, take note of the following companies that are actively recruiting for this type of vessel:

Agency Sea Wave

Found: 30

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Crew Recruitment Services

Found: 25

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SEAMPLOY

Found: 13

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ARMATOR CASPIAN

Found: 11

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INTERMARINE KERCH

Found: 9

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fleet maritime georgia

Found: 9

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STMA ODESSA

Found: 9

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Columbia Shipmanagement Ukraine

Found: 8

See company

Factors influencing salary levels:

  • Work experience

    Seafarers with extensive experience and a long track record on Crude Oil Tanker receive higher pay.

  • Qualifications

    Additional certifications and specialized training courses increase your value as a professional.

  • Work region

    Salaries can vary significantly depending on the region and its economic situation. Additionally, working in high-risk areas typically results in additional bonuses or higher pay rates

  • Type of Crude Oil Tanker

    The size and technical specifications of the vessel also influence the salary level.

Rates for Top 10

    Full crew rates for top 10 types of vessels:

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