MGS - Ministry Of Defence Guard Service - Rostered DayWorking Officer - RAF Digby

Ministry Of Defence; Ashby de la Launde; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A government security department in the UK is seeking dedicated Security Officers to help safeguard personnel and assets at various Defence locations. Responsibilities include ensuring site safety, conducting patrols, and monitoring security systems. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and in teams. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Civil Service Pension scheme contributions

Annual leave

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Wellness support

Free security uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in security or customer service is desirable.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence must be held at point of application and be in date.
• Must be resilient, alert, and highly organised.

Responsibilities

• Ensure site safety and security.
• Conduct patrols and monitor designated areas.
• Control access and check credentials.
• Conduct searches on vehicles and personnel.
• Respond to incidents and manage security breaches.
• Monitor security systems including CCTV and alarms.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to act independently

Teamwork

Tools

CCTV systems

Communication devices

Job description

Overview

At the Ministry of Defence Guard Service (MGS), we safeguard the UK's Defence estate, protecting personnel, assets, and critical locations from crime, terrorism, espionage, and sabotage. Our Gold Standard Security Service is built on professionalism, trust, and excellence— and we're looking for dedicated Security Officers to join us.

Responsibilities

• Ensure site safety and security - Protect Defence personnel, visitors, and property.
• Conduct patrols - Monitor designated areas on foot or by vehicle, ensuring compliance with security protocols.
• Control access - Check credentials, issue passes, and escort visitors as required.
• Perform searches - Conduct thorough security checks on vehicles, baggage, and personnel.
• Respond to incidents - Identify risks, manage security breaches, and escalate as needed.
• Assist employees and visitors - Provide professional and courteous support on-site.
• Monitor security systems - Operate CCTV, alarms, and communication devices.
• Manage traffic and parking - Control vehicle movement and ensure safe site access.
• Report and document - Maintain security logs and complete detailed incident reports.

This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Shift Pattern & Flexibility

You will normally work 48 hours per week including a daily meal break (43 hours net). This will be 5 x 9.6 hours shifts between the hours of 0600 hrs & 2200 hrs Monday to Friday, as stipulated by the shift pattern agreed at the Unit and depending on site requirements. This will include being rostered in a flexible manner (termed a flexible week) within the shift roster. During the flexible week, the working days and shifts will routinely be stipulated in advance but may be changed at short notice, (this should be no less than 48 hours). The exact pattern will be explained in full during the interview.

Training & Development

We are committed to ensuring you have the skills and confidence to succeed in your role. New starters will complete a mandatory two-week residential Foundation Course, followed by structured on-the-job training. You will have access to ongoing professional development, including an annual programme of online learning. Our dedicated Workforce Development Team will support your training needs, ensuring you continue to build expertise throughout your career.

If you need to contact Defence Business Services (DBS) regarding this vacancy, please indicate that your vacancy is being handled by Resourcing Team 1. If you experience any technical difficulties with the CS Jobs system, please contact the Support Team at [e-mail], Full UK Manual Driving Licence (must be held at point of application and be in date).

Behaviours & Selection

We\'ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Working Together
• Managing a Quality Service
• Communicating and Influencing

If you align with our values and have experience in security or customer service, we would love to hear from you. At application stage you will be assessed against the following: Experience: CV including Job History and Previous Skills. At interview you will be assessed against the following: Behaviours: Working Together, Managing a Quality Service, Communicating and Influencing.

Application sifting is scheduled to take place on week commencing 13/10/25. Interviews are due to take place via Microsoft Teams and will be conducted week commencing 27/10/25. Please note the above dates are subject to change. We may hold candidates on an active reserve list for 12 months, and may offer similar lower graded roles to reserve candidates or to those meeting lower grade criteria in merit order.

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified, applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. See candidate guidance for more information on appropriate use.

The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours. You will not be eligible for this post if you have been dismissed for such behaviours within the last five years. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.

As of 1 January 2021, sponsorship under the points-based system is offered only for roles deemed business critical. The advertised role has not been assessed as business critical and is not open to applicants requiring sponsorship. If sponsorship is required, applications may be rejected.

The Ministry of Defence requires successful candidates to declare outside interests. Declarations will be discussed after interview and before a formal offer of employment. This helps manage potential conflicts of interest from day one.

Security & Eligibility

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. They must meet security requirements before appointment. The level of security needed is developed vetting. See the Vetting Charter. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks.

Nationality & Diversity

Nationalities eligible to work in the Civil Service include UK nationals, Irish nationals, qualifying Commonwealth citizens, certain EU/EEA/Swiss nationals and their family members, and others with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme; certain exceptions apply. See full nationality information in the job description.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code outlines expected standards of behaviour. We recruit on merit by fair and open competition, as described by Civil Service recruitment principles. The Civil Service promotes diversity and equal opportunities and offers schemes such as Disability Confident and Redeployment for eligible civil servants.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attracting, retaining and investing in talent. See the Civil Service People Plan and Diversity and Inclusion Strategy for more information.

Requirements & Benefits

Are you resilient, alert, and highly organised? Do you thrive in a team-based, high-responsibility environment? You should be able to stay vigilant, act decisively, and provide outstanding customer service in security-sensitive locations. A background in administration and strong IT skills (including Microsoft Office and electronic booking-in systems) will be beneficial. You must maintain good physical fitness, as the role involves prolonged standing, patrolling large areas, and quick incident response.

The MGS provides security services at over 170 MOD sites across the UK, including high-profile locations. Benefits include salary of £30,594, Civil Service Pension scheme contributions, annual leave, special leave, volunteering leave, enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave, wellness support, and more. Most sites have travel links and facilities such as gyms and cafeterias. Free MGS security uniform is provided. A two-week residential Foundation Security Course is part of induction, including Emergency First Aid at Work. This post does not offer relocation assistance. Pay-related allowances are under review.