Firearms Compliance & Security Assistant (Part-Time)

MSSC (Marine Society & Sea Cadets); Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading maritime charity in the United Kingdom is seeking three part-time Weapon Assurance Assistants (WAA) to join their Safety Assurance Team. The candidates will be responsible for conducting firearms musters and maintaining records while ensuring all equipment is serviceable. Ideal applicants should have previous firearms security experience and be IT competent. A focus on equity, diversity, and commitment to safeguarding is crucial. This is a hybrid role with flexible working hours and various employee benefits. The closing date for applications is 25 January 2026.

Benefits

25 days annual leave pro rata

Volunteering Leave

Life assurance (4x salary)

Private medical insurance

Generous pension

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing portal and EAP with counselling

Employee development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain valid Security Clearance.
• Experience of firearms security arrangements.
• Self-motivated and organised.

Responsibilities

• Conduct firearms and ammunition musters.
• Maintain records and reports with keen attention to detail.
• Facilitate issuing and receiving of firearms.

Skills

Firearms security experience

IT competence

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

A leading maritime charity in the United Kingdom is seeking three part-time Weapon Assurance Assistants (WAA) to join their Safety Assurance Team. The candidates will be responsible for conducting firearms musters and maintaining records while ensuring all equipment is serviceable. Ideal applicants should have previous firearms security experience and be IT competent. A focus on equity, diversity, and commitment to safeguarding is crucial. This is a hybrid role with flexible working hours and various employee benefits. The closing date for applications is 25 January 2026.