Maritime Compliance Director (ISPS & ISM) Salary

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Also Known As

ISM/ISPS Compliance Manager (Maritime), Director of Maritime Safety & Compliance, Head of HSEQ (Maritime), Maritime Regulatory Affairs Director, DPA / Designated Person Ashore

What Does a Maritime Compliance Director (ISPS & ISM) Do?

The Maritime Compliance Director (ISPS & ISM) operates aboard private and charter yachts, managing vessel operations, crew, and guest experiences for yacht owners and charter clients. Classified at the Director level, this position draws from a tight candidate market, making targeted sourcing and competitive compensation critical for successful placements.

What Drives Maritime Compliance Director (ISPS & ISM) Compensation?

The median (P50) compensation for a Maritime Compliance Director (ISPS & ISM) is $155,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $70,000 to $110,000. Pay variation across this range is primarily driven by vessel length and type (motor vs. sailing), charter vs. private program, crew size, operating region, and required certifications (MCA, STCW, ISM).

Maritime Compliance Director (ISPS & ISM) Career Path

Professionals who move into Maritime Compliance Director (ISPS & ISM) roles most commonly come from commercial maritime, cruise line operations, naval service, or hospitality management with maritime crossover. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward larger vessel commands, fleet management, yacht management company leadership, or shoreside marine operations director roles.

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