Verified jobs on cargo ships, tankers, offshore vessels and more — with real day rates and salaries listed upfront.
Six distinct paths, each with its own certification ladder and pay ceiling.
Navigation, cargo operations and ship handling from Third Officer to Master.
Propulsion, machinery and technical systems from Fourth Engineer to Chief Engineer.
From Ordinary Seaman through Able Seaman to Bosun — the backbone of the deck department.
Dynamic positioning, anchor handling and platform supply vessel roles.
Deck and engine cadetship routes for those starting their first sea contract.
Cook, Steward and support roles aboard cargo and passenger vessels.
Before the contract starts — what to expect on your first and every subsequent voyage.
Your own cabin, meals and utilities are covered by the vessel — a meaningful addition to the headline salary figure.
Most companies pay flights to the joining port and home at contract end — always confirm this explicitly before signing.
Deep-sea contracts typically run 4–9 months; offshore and tug roles often use shorter rotations with equal time off.
Most modern vessels provide satellite internet — bandwidth and cost vary by company and trading area.
At sea you spend very little — most seafarers save a larger proportion of income than equivalent shore-based roles.
International maritime law (MLC 2006) requires employers to cover medical treatment for seafarers on contract.
CrewPlanet is a maritime crew job resource covering every rank and vessel type — from deck officers and marine engineers to ratings, cadets and offshore crew. Every vacancy listed shows the actual day rate or monthly salary, so you can compare offers before you apply.
The site covers six career paths: deck officers (3rd Officer to Master), marine engineers (4th Engineer to Chief Engineer), deck ratings (OS, AB, Bosun), offshore and DP roles, cadets starting their first sea contract, and catering crew. Each path has its own certification ladder, typical pay range and contract structure explained.
New to the industry? The Cadets section covers how to choose between deck and engine, what sea time you need, and how to find your first contract. For a full breakdown of what each rank earns, see Career Paths.
1,200+ verified sea jobs across every rank and vessel type — updated every day.