Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Job Title: MIG Welders
Location: Peterlee, County Durham
Salary: £19.55 per/hour -£39.10 per/hour
Hours: Full Time, Permanent, 36.5 hours per week, 4.5 day week
Shifts
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
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Enhanced Pension Contribution scheme (Company matched enhancements up to 10%)
Caterpillar Share Ownership Scheme (50% Company matched)
On Site Gym
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Monthly Bonus*
Personalised Flexible Benefits (Holiday trading, Medical/Dental Cover etc)
Short shift Friday (4.5 day week!)
Pay Rates:
Day Shift: £19.55 per hour
Back 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
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Job Summary:
Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Perform manual finish welding operation in 2F, 3F, 4F & 3G positions
Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations
Use of jib and overhead crane to manually position work pieces
Skills, experience & qualifications you will have:
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Experience in MIG Welding (Solid Wire)
Time served in Welding / Fabricating with at least 3 years’ experience
Prior experience in heavy fabrication or manufacturing environments working on build/welding fixtures to tight tolerance
Perform multi-pass welds
Ability to work well in a team environment or individually
Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork
Desired Qualifications:
Vertical Weld experience advantageous
Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
Experience welding 2mm – 20mm thickness material
Successful candidates must be able to pass the following:
2F, 3F, 4F & 3G positions
Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations
Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen for prohibited substances.
What You Will Get
We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined
Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.
Posting Dates:
June 17, 2026 - June 19, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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