MIG Welder

Randstad Inhouse Services; North East; Presencial; GBP 26.000 - 52.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

On-Site Wellness

Progression: potential permanent CAT/内

Randstad Benefits App

Additional holiday allowance based on

Resumo da vaga

Caterpillar (CAT) is seeking a skilled welder for an ongoing 24-month fixed-term assignment at the Stockton facility. You will build and weld heavy-duty fixtures, using MIG and MMA processes to exacting standards while strictly following procedures and safety guidelines.

The role requires flexibility to work across Day, Back, Night, and Weekend shifts, contributing to high-quality output and continuous production support. Equal opportunity employer with on-site facilities.

Qualificações

• NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding (or equivalent time-served apprenticeship).
• Proven industrial experience in MIG and MMA welding.
• Strong blueprint reading skills and ability to weld to tight tolerances.

Responsabilidades

• 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 safety.

Conhecimentos

MIG welding

MMA welding

Blueprint reading

Flexibility across shifts

NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding

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 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)

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.

Required

• 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.

Ready to Weld for a Global Industry Leader?

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.