MiG Welder

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Welding Manager

Contract Mechanical Engineer (Ltd Co)

Role: Welder, 12 months Fixed Term

Rate: Up to £37.60 per hour plus regular overtime rates and monthly bonuses

WELDERS, are you looking to work in a fantastic, modern environment? Great rates of pay and long term stability?

You can grow your skills as we place you on an assignment into Caterpillar Articulated Trucks, Peterlee in a challenging and quality driven manufacturing environment.

Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat® Articulated Trucks, currently producing 7 variants used in many industries including mining, construction and aggregates. The facility's manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and a state-of-the-art paint plant.

The facility is easily accessible via bus, car and train and is located just off the A19. The nearest bus stop is just outside of the facility and the nearest train station is located in Horden; a 9 minute drive away from the site. With routes from Newcastle, Sunderland, Hartlepool and Seaham!

With plenty of overtime work available throughout the week and during the weekends, you have the opportunity to maximise your earnings on an overtime rate which is paid at time and a half Monday to Saturday and double time on a Sunday.

Benefits:

Easily accessible via public transport
Free on-site parking/bike-sheds
Free tea and coffee
Paid holiday (inc. public Hols)
1 Additional holiday every 2 years added to allowance for service (max 5)
Monthly performance lead bonus including attendance bonus to boost your earnings!
Regular performance review schemes so you'll know when you're doing a great job
Full induction and ongoing training
Potential to be made permanent with our clientPay Rate and Working Hours:

36.5 hours per week
£18.80 per hour day shift
£22.56 per hour afternoon shift
£25.38 per hour night shift
£28.20 per hour overtime Monday to Saturday
£37.60 per hour overtime SundaysShifts:

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 - 21:30About you:

Experienced with working on build/welding fixtures to tight tolerances
Have the ability to work under own initiative as well as part of a team
Be accustomed to modern practices e.g. following a standard work procedure
Carry out some manual lifting
Work with a sense and awareness of safety at all times
Previous experience of MIG, MMA
Relevant NVQ Level 3Application process:

Applicants will need to pass a skills test This is a 12 month Fixed Term Assignment

Please be aware that PPE is mandatory on the factory floor. This will include ear defenders, overalls and safety boots and will be supplied to you.

Previous applicants are welcome to reapply

Apply today to gain a foot in the door and further your career within an industry world leader!

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age

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