MIG Welder

Randstad Inhouse Services; Hartburn; Presencial; GBP 26.000 - 52.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

On-site Wellness

Randstad Benefits App

Holiday allowance

Free on-site parking

Induction and training

Resumo da vaga

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

Qualificações

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

MIG welding

MMA welding

Blueprint reading

Heavy fabrication

Formação

NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding

Descrição da vaga

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 Details

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 (Shift Rotation - Flexibility required across all shifts)

Shift Schedule

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

WEEKEND DAY SHIFT: Friday to Sunday: 7am - 7pm

WEEKEND NIGHT SHIFT: Friday to Sunday: 7pm - 7am

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits, Perks & Culture

• 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.