Welder – Grade 3 (24‑month Fixed‑Term)

About the role

This is a 24‑month fixed‑term assignment at Caterpillar's Stockton facility, building heavy‑duty, high‑precision equipment. The role involves rotating across day, back and night shifts and offers a competitive overtime structure.

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.
• Full availability to work across day, back and night shift rotations.

Required skills

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

What we offer

• £150 joining bonus and high overtime rates.
• Agile shift scheduling with every other Friday off.
• On‑site occupational health and physiotherapy services.
• Potential transition to a permanent Caterpillar contract.
• Randstad Benefits App discounts and cashback.
• Additional holiday allowance based on length of service.
• Employee recognition schemes, auto‑enrolment pension, free on‑site parking and secure bike sheds.