Military Provost Guard Service (MPGS)

Military Provost Guard Service; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A military security organization is hiring full-time professional soldiers for armed security roles at various MOD bases across the UK. Applicants need a minimum of three years of UK Military service and will manage security incidents and site perimeters. The role offers a competitive salary starting at £26,849 and extensive benefits including career progression opportunities, subsidized accommodation, and a strong pension plan. Candidates can select their location to serve, with a structured 12-hour shift system.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Subsidized accommodation

Free medical and dental care

30 Days Annual Leave

Home to duty payment

Adventurous training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years UK Military service required.
• Experience with security protocols and situations.
• Ability to manage control room operations.

Responsibilities

• Handle security incidents such as suspicious packages and bomb threats.
• Patrol site perimeters to ensure security.
• Manage entry and exit control at military bases.

Skills

UK Military experience

Security incident management

Patrolling and perimeter security

Job description

The MPGS provides professional soldiers to meet armed security requirements at Royal Navy, Army, RAF and other MOD bases across the UK Mainland. Our primary role is to counter the terrorist threat posed to military bases within the UK.

Our duties include

• Security incident management - Such as 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).

Previously Served Personnel

• Gap Since Leaving Service - Former substantive Cpl/LH (or equivalent) and above ranks with no more than a 10 year gap of service, and for former non substantive Cpl/LH and below ranks who have a gap of service of no more than 6 years.
• If you feel you fall slightly outside the above criteria you can still apply for this role, for which 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.

Currently Serving Personnel

• 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.

Benefits

• Entry level salary £26849 (Pte) incrementally increasing to £29269 (Pte) over 4 years.
• Full career pathway and promotion opportunities available, with a salary range from £30374 (LCpl) to £56283 (WO1).
• Continuation of armed services pension or new pension if in receipt of full military pension already.
• Entitlement to subsidised accommodation (SFA & SLA), free Medical and Dental care, SLC & ELCs.
• 30 Days Annual Leave (Pro Rata).
• You choose your location in which to serve.
• Home to duty payment subject to conditions (HDT).
• Adventurous Training & unit representative sports opportunities available.

Job Type

Full‑time, permanent.

Schedule

12 hour shifts on a structured system of 4 on 4 off.

Experience

UK Military, minimum 3 years (required).

How to Apply

In the first instance please copy & paste the below Web address into your preferred Web browser.

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Further information

Website - 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/

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