MGS Ministry of Defence Guard Service - Security Officer Shift Worker - MoD Corsham

Ministry Of Defence; Wadswick Green; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security service provider in the UK is seeking dedicated Security Officers to ensure safety at Defence locations. Responsibilities include conducting patrols, managing access, and responding to incidents. Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and a commitment to excellence in security service. The role offers a competitive salary of £32,530 along with a Civil Service pension, training opportunities, and a strong team culture.

Benefits

Civil Service pension

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Free security uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in security roles preferred.
• Strong communication skills for assisting personnel.
• Ability to manage stress in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with security protocols.
• Conduct thorough security checks.
• Document incidents and maintain security logs.

Skills

Site safety and security

CCTV operation

Patrol monitoring

Incident response

Customer service

Education

Full UK Manual Driving Licence

Job description

Introduction

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.

Full UK Manual Driving Licence required.

Behaviours

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

Application Process

Application sifting is scheduled to take place on week commencing 05/01/26. Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams, week commencing 19/01/26. Dates are subject to change.

At application stage you will be assessed against the following behaviours: Working Together, Managing a Quality Service, Communicating and Influencing.

When choosing your behaviour examples, use real‑life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Presenting ideas generated by technology or others may result in your application being rejected.

We hold candidates on an active reserve list for 12 months. Similar lower graded roles may be offered or, if not, the best candidate of lower grade will be considered.

Eligibility & Vetting

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and meet the security requirements, including a security check. They must also attend an MGS Security Officer Medical Check.

Nationality requirements: UK nationals only; no other citizenship permitted.

As a result of the UK immigration rules (effective 1 January 2021), the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points‑based system for business‑critical roles. This role has not been assessed as business‑critical and is therefore not open to sponsorship requests. Applicants requiring sponsorship will have their application rejected and any provisional offer withdrawn.

MOD will not consider applicants who have been dismissed for unacceptable behaviours within the last five years or who would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had they continued employment.

Need for Physical Fitness

Maintaining a good level of physical fitness is required, as the role involves prolonged periods of standing, patrolling large areas, and responding quickly to incidents.

Why Join Us

• Meaningful career – play a crucial role in national security and defence.
• Career development – access specialist training, funded qualifications, and internal progression opportunities.
• Job security – part of a well‑established organisation with over 30 years of service.
• Strong team culture – work alongside professionals who value integrity, vigilance, professionalism, helpfulness, and teamwork.

Shift Pattern & Flexibility

This is a shift working position at 48 hours per week, including breaks. The successful candidate will be expected to work nights, weekends, bank holidays, etc., as stipulated by the shift pattern agreed at the unit depending on site requirements. Shifts are 12 hours, rostered between Sun and Sat. A flexible week may change working days and shifts with no less than 48 hours' notice. Exact shift pattern will be explained in full during the interview.

Training & Development

New starters must complete a mandatory two‑week residential Foundation Course, followed by structured on‑the‑job training. Ongoing professional development is available, including an annual programme of online learning. The dedicated Workforce Development Team supports training needs.

Plenty of opportunities for development, access to funded professional qualifications and specialist training.

Salary & Pension

Salary of £32,530. Ministry of Defence contributes £9,423 towards the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out more about the pension scheme.

Benefits

• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%.
• A generous annual leave allowance.
• Ability to roll over up to 10 days annual leave per year.
• Minimum of 15 Days Special Leave in a rolling 12‑month period for volunteer military or emergency service reserve commitments.
• Special Paid Leave for volunteering up to 6 days a year.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme to support wellbeing.
• Most sites have good travel links with free car parking; many also have sports & social club, gym, cafeterias and shops.
• Entitlement to apply for Blue Light and Defence Discount Cards.
• Free MGS Security Uniform (received during induction).

Additional Information

We enable our people to work at the right place, with the right people, at the right time. We believe that if we look after our people, they will be passionate about delivering great things for our customers.

To view the full set of benefits, visit the Discover My Benefits site: https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/

This post does not offer any relocation allowance and may be affected by the MOD pay‑related allowance review.