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 119 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.
• However, any former personnel with a time gap of up to 10 years can apply for this role, to which a time out 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 ArmyPM-MPGS-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk immediately to discuss the best process for you joining the MPGS.
Benefits:
• Competitive entry level salary.
• Continuation of armed services pension or new pension if in receipt of full military pension already.
• Subsidised military accommodation available (SLA/SFA).
• Up to 30 Days Annual Leave (Pro Rata).
• Free medical/dental
• You choose your location.
• Home to duty payment subject to conditions (HDT)
• Up to 2 weeks Adventurous Training per year (not compulsory).
• Professional and personal courses available to advance you and your rank.
Job Types: Full-time, permanent.
Salary: Starting at £25,693.00 per year.
Schedule: 12 hour shifts on a structured shift system.
Experience: UK Military, minimum 3 years (required).
Further info: Visit
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e-mail – ArmyPM-MPGS-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk
How to Apply: In the first instance please email us at
ArmyPM-MPGS-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk
including the following information;
a. Name.
b. Age.
c. Previous or current UK Military Service unit.
d. Previous or current UK Military Service time period / date left.