Military Provost Guard Service (MPGS)

Military Provost Guard Service; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized military organization in Portsmouth is looking for professional soldiers to provide armed security at various MOD bases across the UK. Successful candidates will manage security incidents, patrol perimeters, and control entry and exit operations. A minimum of three years military experience is required, along with fitness and driving license criteria. Full career pathways and competitive salaries are offered, with structured shifts and complete benefits including medical care and pension continuation.

Benefits

Subsidised accommodation

Free medical and dental care

30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years prior Military Service required.
• Must be medically fit and under 57 years of age.
• A full UK driving licence with less than 8 penalty points is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage security incidents and respond to threats.
• Patrol site perimeters and maintain security.
• Control entry and exit operations efficiently.

Skills

Understanding security protocols

Ability to respond to emergencies

Strong communication skills

Tools

Military Working Dog Services

Control Room Operations

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). 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.

• 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.
  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.
  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).