Tanker Fleet Jobs

Tanker Fleet (Wet Fleet) includes vessels transporting liquid cargoes such as crude oil, petroleum products, and chemicals. It is one of the highest-paying sectors in global shipping, requiring advanced crew qualifications, mandatory STCW V/1-1 tanker endorsements, and regular vetting inspections including SIRE 2.0 and CDI.

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Why Tanker Fleet Salaries Are Higher

Tanker Fleet vessels transport liquid bulk cargoes including crude oil, petroleum products (gasoline, diesel, fuel oil, kerosene), and chemicals such as methanol, caustic soda, vegetable oils, and acids.Tanker fleet salaries are typically 15–30% higher than dry cargo due to increased responsibility, special certifications, and strict inspections.

Why Salaries Are Higher

• Dangerous cargoes require higher safety standards.
• Mandatory STCW V/1-1 tanker endorsements.
• Regular vetting inspections by Shell, BP, TotalEnergies, ExxonMobil, Chevron.
• Strict Matrix requirements for officers.
• Shortage of experienced tanker crews worldwide.

Types of Tankers

Crude Oil Tankers

• VLCC (Very Large Crude Carrier) — 200,000–320,000 DWT
• Suezmax — 120,000–200,000 DWT
• Aframax — 80,000–120,000 DWT
• Panamax — 60,000–80,000 DWT

Product Tankers

• LR2 (Long Range 2)
• LR1 (Long Range 1)
• MR (Medium Range)
• Handysize

Many product tankers use Framo cargo systems, making Framo experience highly valuable for Pumpman and Engine Department personnel.

Chemical Tankers

• IMO I — highest hazard cargoes
• IMO II — most common chemical tanker type
• IMO III — lower hazard cargoes

Chemical tankers require deep knowledge of cargo operations, tank cleaning, cargo compatibility, and IBC Code procedures.Check a Vessel in Global Vessel Database

Most востребованные Positions on Tanker Fleet

Deck Department

• Master — $10,000–16,000
• Chief Officer — $6,500–10,000
• 2nd Officer — $4,000–6,500
• 3rd Officer — $3,200–5,000
• Junior Officer — $3,000–4,000
• AB Seaman — $1,800–2,500
• Ordinary Seaman (OS) — $1,000–1,600
• Pumpman — $2,200–3,500

Engine Department

• Chief Engineer — $10,000–16,000
• 2nd Engineer — $6,500–9,500
• 3rd Engineer — $4,500–7,000
• 4th Engineer — $3,500–5,500
• Junior Engineer — $2,800–3,800
• ETO — $5,000–7,500
• Oiler — $1,600–2,400
• Wiper — $800–1,200

Galley Department

• Cook — $2,000–2,800

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SIRE 2.0 and Vetting Inspections

SIRE 2.0 (Ship Inspection Report Programme) is the latest OCIMF tanker inspection system.Inspectors verify:

• crew knowledge;
• ISM compliance;
• equipment condition;
• Oil Record Book;
• cargo documentation;
• emergency response procedures.

Seafarers with successful SIRE 2.0 experience are highly valued in the tanker market.

STCW Requirements for Tanker Fleet

Mandatory Tanker Endorsements

• STCW V/1-1-1 — Oil Tanker Familiarization
• STCW V/1-1-2 — Advanced Oil Tanker
• STCW V/1-1-3 — Advanced Chemical Tanker

For Deck Officers

• CoC STCW II/1+
• GMDSS GOC
• Radar/ARPA
• ECDIS
• Medical First Aid

For Engine Officers

• CoC STCW III/1+
• Advanced Tanker Endorsement

For ETO

• STCW III/6
• Oil Tanker Endorsement
• HV Safety

Advantages of Working on Tankers

• Salaries 15–30% higher than dry cargo.
• Stable global demand.
• Faster career growth.
• Valuable tanker experience.
• Opportunity to transfer to LNG/LPG fleet.

Popular Tanker Types

• VLCC
• Suezmax
• Aframax
• LR1 / LR2
• MR Tanker
• Chemical Tanker IMO I/II/III
• Bunker Tanker

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Choosing a Tanker Shipowner

Major tanker companies include:

• Teekay
• Euronav
• Frontline
• Scorpio Tankers
• Stena Bulk
• TORM
• d'Amico

For Junior Officer and Junior Engineer positions, supervised watchkeeping and proper tanker sea service are especially important.Choose a Shipowner in Shipowners Directory

How to Choose a Tanker Job

Pay Attention To

• tanker type;
• required endorsement;
• Matrix requirements;
• SIRE 2.0 history;
• contract duration;
• company reputation.

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FAQ — Tanker Fleet Jobs

What is Tanker Fleet?

Tanker Fleet includes vessels transporting crude oil, petroleum products, and chemical cargoes.

What tanker endorsements are required?

STCW V/1-1-1, V/1-1-2, and V/1-1-3 depending on vessel type.

What are tanker salaries?

Usually 15–30% higher than dry cargo salaries.

What is SIRE 2.0?

An OCIMF tanker inspection system evaluating crew, procedures, and equipment.

Can I transfer from dry cargo to tanker fleet?

Yes. Usually by obtaining Tanker Endorsements and completing the first tanker contract.

What is the difference between crude and product tankers?

Crude tankers carry crude oil, while product tankers transport refined petroleum products.

Can tanker experience help move to LNG fleet?

Yes. Tanker experience is a standard pathway toward LNG and LPG shipping.

Other Fleet Types

Dry Cargo FleetLNG / LPG FleetOffshore FleetPassenger FleetYacht Sector

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