Welder/Fabricator

Ready to step out of traditional, old-fashioned workshops? At Caterpillar Stockton, we operate a world-class, clean, and modern facility where advanced technology meets elite craftsmanship. We are looking for skilled MIG Welders to join our team and build the world-famous Articulated Trucks that power global progress.

If you are a time-served welder who values precision, safety, and a strong team culture, your next big career move is right here in the heart of Teesside.

Job title: Welder/Fabricator

Location: Stockton-on-Tees

Job type: Contract

Salary: £18.98 - £37.96 per hour

Why welders choose Caterpillar Stockton:

• The "starting bonus": We respect your skills. That's why you'll receive a £150 Trade Test payment just for successfully joining us.
• Industry-leading pay: Hourly rates from £18.98 up to £24.10
• Unbeatable overtime: Boost your paycheque with Saturday rates of £28.47 and Sunday double-time at £37.96
• Modern benefits: Additional holidays per year added to allowance depending on service, and a schedule that works for you, including every other Friday off, an on-site gym, and 24/7 access to physiotherapy and health support.
• Travel ease: Free parking and a central location that's easy to reach from Middlesbrough, Darlington, and beyond.
• Your impact on the team

As part of our quality-driven welding crew, you will:

• Innovate: Work on high-precision fixtures using state-of-the-art MIG equipment.
• Deliver quality: Work to tight tolerances where every weld matters for global safety.
• Collaborate: Use overhead cranes and jigs in a flow-based environment that keeps things moving efficiently.
• Protect: Lead by example with a safety-first mindset that keeps you and your team-mates safe.

What we need from you

The credentials: NVQ Level 3 in Welding (or equivalent).

The background: Solid experience in a MIG welding environment.

The mindset: A keen eye for detail and the ability to work rotating shifts.

The talent: Ready to pass a trade test and prove your precision.

Shift patterns:

Days: Monday - Thursday, 06:45 - 15:00. Friday, 06:45 - 12:45

Back shift: Monday - Thursday, 14:45 - 11:00. Friday, 10:45 - 16:45

Night shift: Monday - Thursday, 22:45 - 07:00. Friday, 16:30 - 22:30

Shift rates:

Day Shift: £18.98 per hour

Afternoon Shift: £22.78 per hour

Night Shift: £24.10 per hour

Overtime 1.5 (Mon-Sat): £28.47 per hour

Overtime 2 (Sundays): £37.96 per hour

Ready to upgrade your career?

Our recruitment process is fast and transparent. Apply today, and our on-site Randstad team will reach out to discuss the shifts available and get you in for a trade test.