Welder

Morson Edge; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Free parking

Subsidised canteen

Free tea and coffee

Paid holidays

Overtime pay

1 extra holiday every 2 years

Job summary

Morson Edge in Peterlee is seeking a skilled Welder for an ongoing full-time role in a busy manufacturing environment. You will weld on build fixtures to tight tolerances and join Caterpillar components, with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts in a safe, modern facility.

Experience with MIG and MMA welding is essential; NVQ Level 3 is required. You will work across day, afternoon and night shifts, with competitive pay rates and long-term prospects with our client.

Qualifications

• Experienced with welding fixtures to tight tolerances.
• Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team.
• Follow standard work procedures and safety rules.
• Carry out manual lifting as required.
• Maintain high safety awareness at all times.
• Experience in MIG and MMA welding.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Weld on build fixtures to tight tolerances.
• Work across days, afternoons and nights depending on shift pattern.
• Adhere to standard welding procedures and quality checks.
• Participate in overtime opportunities and full induction/training.

Skills

MIG welding

MMA welding

Safety awareness

Manual lifting

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

WELDER

Location - Peterlee (North East)

Type of role - Full time ongoing

Salary - £20.33-£40.66/hr plus performance related bonus and overtimes

Hours - Monday to Friday (36.5hrs/week) - days, afternoons and nights

About Company

WELDERS, are you looking to work in a fantastic, modern environment? Great rates of pay and long term stability?

You can grow your skills as we place you on an assignment into Caterpillar Articulated Trucks, Peterlee in a challenging and quality driven manufacturing environment.

Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat Articulated Trucks, currently producing 7 variants used in many industries including mining, construction and aggregates. The facilitys manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and a state-of-the-art paint plant.

The facility is easily accessible via bus, car and train and is located just off the A19. The nearest bus stop is just outside of the facility and the nearest train station is located in Horden a 9 minute drive away from the site. With routes from Newcastle, Sunderland, Hartlepool and Seaham!

With plenty of overtime work available throughout the week and during the weekends, you have the opportunity to maximise your earnings on an overtime rate which is paid at time and a half Monday to Saturday and double time on a Sunday.

Benefits

• Easily accessible via public transport
• Free on-site parking/bike-sheds
• Subsidised canteen
• Free tea and coffee
• Paid holiday (inc. public Hols)
• 1additional holiday every 2 years added to allowance for service (max 5)
• Amazing on-site gym facilities.
• Monthly performance lead bonus including attendance bonus to boost your earnings!
• Regular performance review schemes so youll know when youre doing a great job
• Full induction and ongoing training
• Potential to be made permanent with our client

Pay Rates and Working Hours from October 1st 2026

• 36.5 hours per week
• £20.33 per hour day shift
• £24.39 per hour afternoon shift
• £27.44 per hour night shift
• £30.49 per hour overtime Monday to Saturday
• £40.66 per hour overtime Sundays

Shifts

• Days: Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:00. Friday, 08:00 - 12:30
• Back shift: Monday - Thursday, 16:00 - 00:00. Friday, 12:30 - 17:00
• Night shift: Monday - Thursday, 00:00 - 08:00. Friday, 17:00 - 21:30

Mileage

• Local Travelling:
  • Cover expenses for welders travelling >40 miles from site. Mileage to be paid outside of 40 miles.
  • Reimburse tyne tynnel costs for all welders commuting from North Tyneside.
• UK Travelling:
  • Cover expenses for welders travelling >40 miles from site. Mileage to be paid outside of 40 miles.
  • Reimbursem accommodation expenses of £50 per night for workers who live >60 miles.

About you

• Experienced with working on build/welding fixtures to tight tolerances
• Have the ability to work under own initiative as well as part of a team
• Be accustomed to modern practices e.g. following a standard work procedure
• Carry out some manual lifting
• Work with a sense and awareness of safety at all times
• Previous experience of MIG, MMA
• Relevant NVQ Level 3

Application process

• Applicants will need to pass a 2F, 3F, 36, 4F welding test.

This is an ongoing, long term temporary contract role.

Please be aware that PPE is mandatory on the factory floor. This will include ear defenders, overalls and safety boots and will be supplied to you.

LMIND