Heavy-Duty MIG/MMA Welder - Ongoing Contract & Overtime

Randstad Inhouse Services; Hartburn; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Wellness

Randstad Benefits App

Holiday allowance

Free on-site parking

Induction and training

Job summary

Caterpillar in Stockton is seeking a skilled Welder for an ongoing 24‑month assignment. You will weld heavy‑duty fixtures using MIG and MMA processes, reading blueprints and working to tight tolerances.

Shifts rotate across days, backs and nights, with overtime opportunities and a £150 sign‑on bonus. Engagement includes on‑site wellbeing services, progression potential to permanent CAT contracts, and access to Randstad benefits, with a focus on safety and quality in a high‑precision

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding is required or equivalent time-served apprenticeship.
• Proven experience with MIG and MMA welding.
• Strong blueprint reading and tight-tolerance welding skills.
• Flexibility to work across all shifts.

Responsibilities

• Build and weld heavy-duty fixtures and assemblies to tight tolerances.
• Weld using MIG and MMA processes to engineering standards.
• Follow standard work procedures and maintain safety.
• Collaborate with production teams and take ownership of tasks.
• Perform manual handling in line with safety guidelines.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure fault-free output on every weld.

Skills

MIG welding

MMA welding

Blueprint reading

Heavy fabrication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding

Job description

Caterpillar in Stockton is seeking a skilled Welder for an ongoing 24‑month assignment. You will weld heavy‑duty fixtures using MIG and MMA processes, reading blueprints and working to tight tolerances.

Shifts rotate across days, backs and nights, with overtime opportunities and a £150 sign‑on bonus. Engagement includes on‑site wellbeing services, progression potential to permanent CAT contracts, and access to Randstad benefits, with a focus on safety and quality in a high‑precision