Welder
Job Description
Stockton-on-Tees | Caterpillar (CAT) | Continuous High-Volume Overtime | Every Other Friday Off
Why Join Caterpillar?\nStep 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.
\nJob Type: Temporary - ongoing (24-month fixed-term assignment)
\nLocation: Stockton (TS18 3SD)
\nPay Rates:Days: £18.97 per hour
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- Backs: £22.78 per hour \n
- Nights: £24.10 per hour \n
- Overtime 1.5: £28.47 per hour \n
- Overtime 2.0: £37.96 per hour \n
(3-Shift Rotation - Flexibility required across all shifts)
\nDAY SHIFT:Monday to Thursday: 06:45am - 15:00pm,Friday: 06:45am - 12:45pm
\nBACK SHIFT:Monday to Thursday: 14:45pm - 23:00pm,Friday: 10:45am - 16:45pm
\nNIGHT SHIFT: Monday to Thursday: 22:45pm - 07:00am,Friday: 16:30pm - 22:30pm
Key Responsibilities\n- \n
- Build and weld heavy-duty fixtures and assemblies to strict, tight tolerances. \n
- Work using both MIG and MMA welding processes to high engineering standards. \n
- Follow standard work procedures strictly while maintaining a zero-compromise attitude toward workplace safety. \n
- Collaborate effectively with production teams while taking full ownership of independent work tasks. \n
- Perform standard manual handling and lifting in line with safety guidelines. \n
- Conduct detailed quality checks to ensure fault-free output on every weld. \n
Required:
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- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding (or equivalent time-served apprenticeship). \n
- Experience: Proven industrial experience in MIG and MMA welding. \n
- Skills: Strong blueprint reading skills and ability to weld to tight tolerances. \n
- Flexibility: Full availability to work across Days, Backs, and Night shift rotations. \n
Desired: Previous experience in heavy engineering or automotive manufacturing environments.
Benefits, Perks & Culture\n- \n
- Work-Life Balance: Agile shift scheduling with every other Friday off. \n
- On-Site Wellness: Dedicated access to on-site Occupational Health and Physiotherapy services. \n
- Progression: Real potential to transition to a permanent Caterpillar contract, alongside opportunities to apply for internal CAT roles. \n
- Randstad Benefits App: Direct access to exclusive discounts and cashback at top high-street stores, supermarkets, cinemas, restaurants, and DIY outlets. \n
- Time-Off Perks: Additional holiday allowance added to your base entitlement based on length of service. \n
- Culture & Facilities: Employee recognition schemes, auto-enrolment pension, comprehensive full-site induction, ongoing training, and free on-site parking and secure bike sheds. \n
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.
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