Military Provost Guard Service (MPGS)

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

Job summary

A military security force in the UK is seeking experienced personnel to provide armed security at military bases. Candidates must have at least 3 years of military service and meet specific health and age requirements. This full-time role offers a structured shift pattern and a pathway for career progression within the service.

Benefits

Entry level salary £26,849 increasing to £29,269

Continuation of armed services pension

30 Days Annual Leave (Pro Rata)

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of prior Military Service or currently serving.
• Must be over 18 and under 57 years of age at re-enlistment.
• Medically fit with a Body Mass Index below 32.
• Full UK driving licence with less than 8 penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Manage security incidents such as suspicious packages and threats.
• Patrol site perimeters for security.
• Control entry and exit at military installations.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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).

Our units are located at over 120 sites across the UK mainland. We have our own Military Local Service Contract which allows soldiers to choose where they wish to serve, providing there is a vacancy.

Requirements

• Background – You must have at least 3 years prior Military Service, or be currently serving, in any arm of the British Military, regular or reserves.
• Age – You must be over 18 years and under 57 years of age at re‑enlistment.
• Fitness Eligibility – You must be medically fit and have a Body Mass Index below 32.
• Driving Licence – You must have a full UK driving licence with less than 8 penalty points.
• 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 £26,849 (Pte) incrementally increasing to £29,269 (Pte) over 4 years.
• Full career pathway and promotion opportunities available, with a salary range from £30,374 (LCpl) to £56,283 (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.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5e0ogR2MuhhKluQo-thjdrtUNDRRNlZIUEZQSzZWR1lZTlkzUjNBU0ZKUy4u

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/

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/groups/mpgsRecruitment/

Email – [e-mail]