Overview
LNG Master Jobs Worldwide 2025 – High-Pay Rotations on Global LNG Tanker Fleets (Northern Marine Manning Services)
Job Title: LNG Master (Captain) – LNG Tanker Operations Location: Worldwide (Rotational assignments on international LNG carriers; recruitment via UK) Ref: 1074 Posted: 11 November 2025 Contract: Permanent Rotational (e.g., 5/1 or 4/2 months on/off) Salary: (experience-based) + bonuses, tax-free allowances, and OT Visa/Work Permit: Valid STCW endorsements required; international eligibility preferred (no sponsorship specified)
Command the Helm of LNG Giants: Secure $150K+ Annual Earnings in Q4 2025 Mobilizations
Seasoned LNG Masters, the global energy transition is fueling massive demand for your expertise! Northern Marine Manning Services (NMMS) – a Stena Group subsidiary and top crewing provider – is urgently recruiting for client LNG fleets expanding in 2025.
Lead cargo ops on Q-Flex or Moss-type carriers, navigating Arctic routes to Asian terminals. With LNG trade projected to surge 20% in 2026, this is your gateway to elite rotations blending leadership, precision, and adventure – all from NMMS’s UK base with global reach.
What You’ll Command On Rotation
- Oversee bridge team for safe navigation, cargo loading/discharging, and ballast ops on LNG vessels
- Ensure compliance with ISM/ISPS codes, ice navigation protocols, and advanced liquefied gas handling
- Manage crew welfare, emergency drills, and security as Shipboard Security Officer
- Coordinate with ports, pilots, and tugs for seamless global transits
- Conduct risk assessments and report to shore management for continuous improvement
- Handle medical first response and advanced firefighting scenarios
Essential Requirements for Q4 2025 Starts
- Minimum 18 months sea time as Master + proven LNG tanker command experience
- STCW Basic Safety Training: Personal Survival Techniques, Fire Prevention & Firefighting, Elementary First Aid, Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
- STCW Advanced: Medical First Aid, Medical Care, Advanced Firefighting
- Specialized: Bridge Team Management (BTM), ECDIS, Fundamentals of Ice Navigation, Proficient in Advanced Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations
- Excellent command of English; leadership skills for multicultural crews
- Valid COC (Certificate of Competency) as Master Unlimited
- Age 35–55 preferred for stamina in rotational demands
Preferred Edge for Immediate Shortlisting
- Experience on dual-fuel or steam LNG carriers
- Familiarity with SIRE inspections and IGF Code vessels
- Additional quals like GMDSS or ARPA radar plotting
What NMMS and Clients Deliver in 2025
- Top-tier salary: $13K–$15K/month base, scaling to $150K+ annually with OT and bonuses
- Rotational flexibility: 4–6 months on with paid leave, flights, and accommodations
- Comprehensive support: Medical insurance, pension contributions, and family relocation aid
- Training perks: Free refreshers at Clyde Training Solutions (NMMS affiliate) for STCW updates
- Global fleet exposure: Routes from Qatar to Europe, with ice-class ops in northern latitudes
- Career growth: Pathways to fleet management or alternative energy projects (e.g., LNG bunkering)
Key 2025–2026 LNG Projects and Rotations
- Q4 2025: Asia-Pacific LNG deliveries for major exporters
- 2026: North Sea/Arctic transits amid EU green energy push
- Ongoing: Middle East terminal expansions and US Gulf exports
- Stena Line tie-ins: Hybrid LNG ops for sustainable shipping
How to Apply Now – Beat the Q4 Rush and Join NMMS Today
Click apply and upload your CV with sea service logbook and cert scans – NMMS reviews within 48 hours.
