Welder - Grade 3

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Wellness services on site

Progression to permanent CAT roles

Randstad Benefits App

Additional holiday entitlement

Free on-site parking and bike sheds

Job summary

Caterpillar in Stockton (TS18 3SD) has a temporary - ongoing welder role with a 3-shift rotation. You will weld heavy-duty fixtures using MIG and MMA processes, while strictly following work procedures and safety standards.

The position offers day, back and night shifts with competitive hourly pay and potential progression toward permanent CAT roles. Applicants should be flexible to work across all shifts and contribute to high-quality output.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Blueprint reading

MIG/MMA welding

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding

Job description

Time-Served Welder Up to 150 Joining 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

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

• 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.