Military Provost Guard Service (MPGS)

Vacancies may be available at the following locations:30 Cdo RM Stonehouse – PL1 3QS40 Cdo RM Taunton – TA2 6PF42 Cdo RM – PL6 7AJBarnstaple (CLR) – EX32 4AZBRNC Dartmouth – TQ6 0HJCTCRM Lympstone – EX8 5ARHMS Raleigh – PL11 2PDRAF St Mawgan – TR8 4HPRNAS Culdrose – TR12 7RHRNAS Yeovilton – BA22 8HTRoyal Citadel Plymouth – PL1 2PDDM Plymouth - PL2 2DE(Please note: Vacancies are subject to availability at the time of application.)Personnel are assigned under the Military Local Service Engagement (MLSE), which allows individuals to express a preference for location. Final assignment will be determined based on service need and vacancy availability.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.Drone Operator (selected sites)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 (MFD or better) 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 immediately to discuss the best process for you joining the MPGS.Benefits: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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2026-04-28