Military Provost Guard Service (MPGS)

British Army; Waddington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A military organization in the UK is seeking individuals with military backgrounds for security roles. Responsibilities include managing security incidents, patrolling and controlling entry and exit at military sites. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of military service, meet fitness standards, and hold a valid driving licence. Competitive salary starting at £26,849 with multiple benefits including a comprehensive pension, subsidized accommodation, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Incremental salary increases

Subsidised accommodation

Free Medical and Dental care

30 Days Annual Leave

Career pathway opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years prior Military Service or currently serving in the British Military.
• Must be over 18 and under 57 years old at re-enlistment.
• Must be medically fit with a BMI below 32.
• Full UK driving licence with less than 8 penalty points.
• Previous service records will be checked.

Responsibilities

• Manage security incidents including suspicious packages and bomb threats.
• Patrol site perimeters and take necessary actions for security.
• Control entry and exit operations in the control room.

Skills

Military service experience

Fitness and health

Driving skills

Job description

Overview

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 – 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).

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Employment Details

• 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).