Welder - Grade 3 in Stockton-on-Tees

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