Job Description

Job title: MIG welder

Location: Peterlee, County Durham

Job type: Contract

Salary: £19.55 - £39.10 per hour

Why join the team at Peterlee as a MIG welder?

Working with Caterpillar, you will be welding metal to build the Articulated Trucks that power mines and construction sites across the globe. When you walk through our Peterlee facility, you'll join a skilled team of welders at the heart of an award-winning manufacturing hub. And, it's easy to get to by train, bus and car (located just off the A19) with free parking available.

We know that great work deserves great rewards. That's why we offer some of the best pay rates in the region, a supportive team culture, and a work-life balance that actually works for you.

What's in it for you?

Competitive base rates: Shift dependent competitive base rates (£19.55 - £26.39) plus a £150 Trade Test payment for all welder/fabricators(platers) roles just for starting with us.

Boost your income: Massive overtime opportunities (Time-and-a-half on Saturdays, Double-time on Sundays) with the chance to earn up to £39.10 per hour, along with £80-£150 in monthly bonuses.

Lifestyle benefits: Access to an on-site gym, free parking, and our "Flexible Benefits" app for big discounts on your weekly shop, cinema trips, and meals out.

Health and wellbeing: Up to 32 days of holiday, on-site Occupational Health and Physio to keep you feeling your best.

Future growth: This is a contract, but we treat it as a career. You'll have a dedicated Randstad team on-site to support you, regular performance reviews, and the potential to move into a permanent role with Caterpillar.

Top class working environment: the facility is a clean, safe working environment.

What you'll be doing:

Working rotating shift patterns in our modern, quality-driven facility, you will:

Use your MIG welding expertise to work on high-precision fixtures.

Work to tight tolerances where quality is the number one priority.

Operate overhead cranes and use jigs to move and assemble heavy-duty components.

Collaborate with a team who take pride in the safety and standard of their work.

What we're looking for

We need experienced MIG Welders who are ready to hit the ground running. You'll need:

Qualifications: A relevant NVQ Level 3 in Welding.

Experience: A solid background in MIG welding and the ability to pass a trade test.

Mindset: A safety-first approach and a keen eye for detail.

Flexibility: Comfort working in a shift-rotation environment (Days, Afternoons, or Nights). Shift patterns:

Days: Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:00. Friday, 08:00 - 12:30

Back shift: Monday - Thursday, 16:00 - 00:00. Friday, 12:30 - 17:00

Night shift: Monday - Thursday, 00:00 - 08:00. Friday, 17:00 - 21:30

Shift rates:

Day Shift: £19.55 per hour

Afternoon Shift: £23.46 per hour

Night Shift: £26.39 per hour

Overtime 1.5 (Mon-Sat): £29.33 per hour

Overtime 2 (Sundays): £39.10 per hour

Ready to start?

The process is simple: Apply today, and one of our friendly recruiters will give you a call to get the ball rolling. From registration to your trade test, we'll support you every step of the way.

Apply now and help us build the next generation of Caterpillar power