Military Provost Guard Service (MPGS)

British Army; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A national military organization in the UK is seeking individuals with a minimum of 3 years UK military experience to apply for a full-time security role. Responsibilities include managing security incidents, patrolling perimeters, and controlling site access. Benefits include competitive salary, full career pathway, and subsidized accommodation. Ideal candidates should have a full UK driving licence and be fit for service.

Benefits

Entry level salary £25,693 increasing to £28,009

Career pathways and promotions

Subsidized accommodation

Free medical and dental care

30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years UK Military experience is required.
• Full UK driving licence with less than 8 penalty points.
• Fit for service with a BMI below 32.

Responsibilities

• Manage security incidents including bomb threats and protests.
• Patrol site perimeters to maintain security.
• Control access to sites and manage visitor operations.

Skills

UK Military experience

Driving Licence

Security management

Patrolling skills

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.