Welder - Grade 3

Randstad RIS; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Secure bike sheds

On-site Occupational Health

Randstad Benefits App

Flexible shift patterns / every other

Job summary

Caterpillar in Stockton is seeking a time‑served welder for a 24‑month temporary assignment. You will weld heavy‑duty fixtures using MIG and MMA processes, with strict tolerances and a strong safety mindset.

The role involves working across Days, Backs, and Nights on a 3‑shift rotation, with additional benefits and potential progression. Join a world‑class manufacturing environment powering infrastructure worldwide, with competitive pay and overtime opportunities at multiple rates.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding or time‑served apprenticeship.
• Proven MIG and MMA welding experience in industrial settings.
• Strong blueprint reading skills and tight tolerance welding.
• Flexible to work across Days, Backs and Night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Build and weld heavy‑duty fixtures and assemblies to tight tolerances.
• Use MIG and MMA welding to meet engineering standards.
• Follow standard work procedures with strong safety focus.
• Collaborate with production teams and take ownership of tasks.
• Perform standard manual handling and lifting per safety guidelines.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure fault‑free welds.

Skills

Blueprint reading

MIG welding

MMA welding

Heavy industry welding

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding

Tools

MIG welding equipment

MMA welding equipment

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.

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.