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 19365 USD 15589 USD 24.22%
2 2nd Engineer 14817 USD 14990 USD -1.15%
3 3rd Engineer 6349 USD 6239 USD 1.76%
4 Chief Officer 14990 USD 14634 USD 2.43%
5 Chief Engineer 17508 USD 17658 USD -0.85%
6 ETO 9496 USD 9573 USD -0.80%
7 2nd Officer 6251 USD 5020 USD 24.52%
8 3rd Officer 5460 USD 5186 USD 5.28%
9 AB Seaman 1605 USD 1215 USD 32.10%
10 Fitter / Welder 2291 USD 2545 USD -9.98%

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:

Dese Crew Management

Found: 34

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Crew Recruitment Services

Found: 18

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Baltic Shipping Services Poland Sp. z o.o.

Found: 11

See company

Agency Sea Wave

Found: 6

See company

YCrewing Marine Agency

Found: 4

See company

AQUAMARINE CREW AGENCY

Found: 4

See company

ATIS Ltd

Found: 2

See company

L-Stream Ltd (LSM)

Found: 2

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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