MIG Welder – Up to £37.96/hr + Sign‑On Bonus

About the role

Join Caterpillar's high‑volume manufacturing site in Stockton-on-Tees as a Time‑Served MIG Welder. You will work on heavy‑duty fixtures and assemblies, earning up to £37.96 per hour with a £150 sign‑on bonus.

Key responsibilities

• Build and weld heavy‑duty fixtures and assemblies to strict tolerances.
• Perform MIG and MMA welding processes to high engineering standards.
• Follow standard work procedures and maintain a zero‑compromise safety attitude.
• Collaborate with production teams while taking ownership of independent tasks.
• Carry out manual handling and lifting in line with safety guidelines.
• Conduct detailed quality checks to ensure fault‑free welds.

Required profile

• NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding (or equivalent apprenticeship).
• Proven industrial experience in MIG and MMA welding.
• Strong blueprint reading ability and capacity to weld to tight tolerances.
• Full availability to work across day, back and night shift rotations.
• Desirable experience in heavy engineering or automotive manufacturing.

Required skills

• MIG welding
• MMA welding
• Blueprint reading
• Welding to tight tolerances

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rates: £18.97 (day), £22.78 (back), £24.10 (night), up to £37.96 for overtime.
• Every other Friday off for work‑life balance.
• On‑site occupational health and physiotherapy services.
• Potential transition to a permanent Caterpillar contract.
• Randstad Benefits App with discounts, cashback and additional holiday allowance.
• Employee recognition schemes and career progression opportunities.