We offer the chance to work on high-precision components, earn exceptional hourly rates, and secure an ongoing role with genuine opportunities for progression.
Job Details & Pay Rates
Location: Peterlee, County Durham
Job Type: Temporary - Ongoing
Rate: £27.45 per hour
Overtime (Sat): £30.49 per hour
Overtime (Sundays): £40.66 per hour
Shift Patterns
Friday to Sunday 18:00pm - 06:00am (12 hour shifts)
Friday - 6pm to 6am
Saturday - 6pm to 6am
Sunday - 6pm to 6am
36 hours per week
This working pattern gives you the opportunity to complete your contracted hours across Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
What's in It for You?
£150 Welcome Bonus: Receive a £150 Trade Test payment just for starting with us.
Boost Your Income: Plentiful overtime options paying up to £40.66 per hour, plus £80-£150 in monthly performance bonuses.
Top-Class Facility: Work in a clean, modern, and safety-focused working environment.
Lifestyle Perks: Access to an on-site gym, free parking, and our "Flexible Benefits" app offering big discounts on weekly shops, meals out, and cinema tickets.
Health & Wellbeing: Up to 32 days of holiday, plus on-site Occupational Health and Physio to keep you performing at your best.
Long-Term Growth: Though this begins as a contract position, we view it as a career path. Enjoy dedicated on-site Randstad support, regular reviews, and real potential to transition into a permanent Caterpillar role.Mileage
Local Travelling
Cover expenses for Welders travelling more than 40 miles from site, with mileage paid outside of the first 40 miles. Reimburse Tyne Tunnel costs for all Welders commuting from North Tyneside.
UK Travelling
Cover expenses for Welders travelling more than 40 miles from site, with mileage paid outside of the first 40 miles. Reimburse accommodation expenses of £50 per night for workers who live more than 60 miles from site.
About You
Experienced in working on build/welding fixtures to tight tolerances
Able to work under your own initiative as well as part of a team
Accustomed to modern manufacturing practices, including following standard work procedures
Able to carry out some manual lifting
Strong sense and awareness of safety at all times
Previous experience of MIG and MMA welding
Relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification
Ready to Join the Team? How to Apply
The process is straightforward: Click APPLY NOW!
Once you submit your application, a dedicated Randstad recruiter will reach out to guide you through registration and your trade test. Don't wait-secure your spot today and help build the next generation of Caterpillar power
Salary description
£27.45 - £40.66 per hour