Seaman Salaries on VLCC 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 17878 USD 14132 USD 26.51%
2 2nd Engineer 13747 USD 12745 USD 7.86%
3 3rd Engineer 5852 USD 5706 USD 2.56%
4 Chief Officer 13768 USD 13457 USD 2.31%
5 Chief Engineer 16039 USD 16254 USD -1.32%
6 ETO 8781 USD 8837 USD -0.63%
7 2nd Officer 5764 USD 4135 USD 39.40%
8 3rd Officer 4544 USD 4374 USD 3.89%
9 AB Seaman 1438 USD 855 USD 68.19%
10 Fitter / Welder 2093 USD 1985 USD 5.44%

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 VLCC

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

Crew Recruitment Services

Found: 27

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Dese Crew Management

Found: 19

See company

Agency Sea Wave

Found: 17

See company

UNIVIS

Found: 8

See company

S.K.Crewing

Found: 5

See company

A.T.T. - BERMUDAS

Found: 3

See company

AQUAMARINE CREW AGENCY

Found: 3

See company

Bark Marine Agency

Found: 3

See company

Factors influencing salary levels:

  • Work experience

    Seafarers with extensive experience and a long track record on VLCC 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 VLCC

    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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