Welder

Skilled Welder (Ongoing Contract) | £150 Bonus + High Overtime! Why Join Caterpillar?

Step into world-class manufacturing with Caterpillar (CAT), an undisputed global leader in heavy machinery and industrial innovation. Working at the Stockton facility, you won't just be taking a job-you'll be building heavy-duty, high-precision equipment that powers infrastructure worldwide.

Job Type: Temporary - ongoing (24-month fixed-term assignment)

Location:

Stockton (TS18 3SD
)

Pay Rates:
Days: £18.98 per hour

Backs: £22.78 per hour

Nights: £24.10 per hour

Overtime 1.5: £28.47 per hour

Overtime 2.0: £37.96 per hour (3-Shift Rotation - Flexibility required across all shifts)

DAY SHIFT:
Monday to Thursday: 06:45am - 15:00pm, Friday: 06:45am - 12:45pm

BACK SHIFT:
Monday to Thursday: 14:45pm - 23:00pm, Friday: 10:45am - 16:45pm

NIGHT SHIFT:
Monday to Thursday: 22:45pm - 07:00am, Friday: 16:30pm - 22:30pm

• Build and weld heavy-duty fixtures and assemblies to strict, tight tolerances.
• Work using both MIG and MMA welding processes to high engineering standards.
• Follow standard work procedures strictly while maintaining a zero-compromise attitude toward workplace safety.
• Collaborate effectively with production teams while taking full ownership of independent work tasks.
• Perform standard manual handling and lifting in line with safety guidelines.
• Conduct detailed quality checks to ensure fault‑free output on every weld.

• Qualifications:
  
  NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding (or equivalent time-served apprenticeship).
• Experience:
  
  Proven industrial experience in MIG and MMA welding.
• Skills:
  
  Strong blueprint reading skills and ability to weld to tight tolerances.
• Flexibility:
  Full availability to work across Days, Backs, and Night shift rotations.
• Desired:
  Previous experience in heavy engineering or automotive manufacturing environments.

• Work-Life Balance:
  Agile shift scheduling with every other Friday off.
• On-Site Wellness:
  Dedicated access to on-site Occupational Health and Physiotherapy services.
• Progression:
  Real potential to transition to a permanent Caterpillar contract, alongside opportunities to apply for internal CAT roles.
• Randstad Benefits App:
  Direct access to exclusive discounts and cashback at top high‑street stores, supermarkets, cinemas, restaurants, and DIY outlets.
• Time-Off Perks:
  Additional holiday allowance added to your base entitlement based on length of service.
• Culture & Facilities:
  Employee recognition schemes, auto-enrolment pension, comprehensive full-site induction, ongoing training, and free on-site parking and secure bike sheds.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age