Military Provost Guard Service (MPGS)

British Army; Burton on the Wolds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A military organization in the UK is looking for personnel to manage security incidents, patrol site perimeters, and control access. Candidates should have at least 3 years of UK military experience and a valid UK driving license. This position offers a starting salary of £25,693, full-time hours, and various benefits including medical care and annual leave.

Benefits

Career pathway and promotion opportunities

Continuation of armed services pension

Subsidised accommodation

Free medical and dental care

30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years UK Military experience required.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than 8 penalty points.
• Medical fit with BMI below 32.

Responsibilities

• Manage security incidents and handle threats.
• Patrol site perimeters and maintain security.
• Control entry and exit operations effectively.

Skills

Military experience

Driving license

Physical fitness

Crisis management

Job description

Eligibility

Cpl/LH and below ranks with a gap of service of no more than six years.

• If you fall slightly outside the above criteria you may still apply; a waiver may be granted subject to approval and interview processes.
• Previous Service Check: Your previous service records will be checked and final authorisation to proceed with the application must be given by the Army Personnel Centre.
• Any currently serving regular or reserve personnel wishing to transfer to the MPGS from across the tri‑services should email [e-mail] immediately to discuss the best process for you joining the MPGS.

How to Apply

Submit your application via the online application form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5e0ogR2MuhhKluQo-thjdrtUNDRRNlZIUEZQSzZWR1lZTlkzUjNBU0ZKUy4u.

For further information, visit https://www.army.mod.uk/learn-and-explore/about-the-army/corps-regiments-and-units/adjutant-generals-corps/provost-marshal-army-1st-military-police-brigade/military-provost-guard-service/ or contact via email: [e-mail]. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mpgsRecruitment/.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years UK Military experience (required).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Background: At least 3 years prior Military Service or currently serving in any arm of the British Military, regular or reserves.
• Age between 18 and 57 years at re-enlistment.
• Fit: Medical fit, BMI below 32.
• Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence with less than 8 penalty points.

Benefits

• Entry level salary £25,693 (Pte) increasing to £28,009 (Pte) over 4 years.
• Full career pathway and promotion opportunities, salaries ranging from £29,066 (LCpl) to £53,859 (WO1).
• Continuation of armed services pension or new pension if in receipt of full military pension.
• Subsidised accommodation (SFA & SLA).
• Free medical and dental care.
• Son, Life, and Employment Cover (SLC & ELCs).
• 30 days annual leave (pro rata).
• Home to duty payment subject to conditions (HDT).
• Adventurous training and unit representative sports opportunities.
• Choice of location to serve, within available vacancies.

Work Schedule

• Full-time, permanent.
• 12-hour shifts on a structured system of 4 on / 4 off.

Responsibilities

• Security incident management – handling suspicious packages, bomb threats, protests, etc.
• Patrolling site perimeters – taking necessary action to preserve perimeter security.
• Controlling entry and exit – managing control room and gate operations and ensuring all visitors are dealt with efficiently.
• Military Working Dog services (at selected sites).
• Work across the UK mainland – units located at over 120 sites.

Additional Information

Previously served personnel may apply: former substantive Cpl/LH (or equivalent) and above ranks with no more than a 10‑year gap of service, and former non‑substantive.