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Day Worker, Security Supervisor Full Time

Location: RNAD Coulport, G84 0PD, UK
Organisation: Ministry of Defence Guard Service (MGS)
Contractual Category: Permanent, Full-time
Yearly Pay: £30,594 (plus Civil Service Pension with 28.97% employer contribution)
Grade of Position: Administrative Officer
Applications Deadline: 11:55 p.m. Monday, September 15th, 2025

Concerning the Part

The Ministry of Defence Guard Service (MGS) is seeking a Security Supervisor to be instrumental in protecting Defence against crime, terrorism, espionage, and sabotage. This is a day working post needing great leadership, resilience, awareness, and effective communication abilities.

You will monitor Security Officers, handle schedules, maintain security systems, interact with Defence partners, and make sure that security regulations are followed at prominent MOD sites.

Important Duties

  • Every day, manage security personnel, staffing as needed by operating requirements.

  • Follow MOD security rules and National Security Inspectorate (NSI) standards.

  • Run and handle alarms, CCTV, and access control, among other security systems.

  • To handle security breaches and events, follow established procedures.

  • Cultivate close professional relationships with Defence stakeholders and clients.

  • Write reports, keep daily logs, and handle any problems brought up.

  • Visit nearby units to provide supervisory support where required.

Person Specification

  • Leadership traits, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.

  • Great communication abilities, customer service, and organisational skills.

  • Proven ability to manage people and resolve security issues effectively.

  • Full UK Driving Licence required.

Behaviours Assessed

You’ll be evaluated against:

  • Leadership

  • Communicating and Influencing

  • Developing Self and Others

Working Pattern

  • Full-time, day working.

  • 48 hours per week, net 43 hours after breaks.

  • Between 06:00 and 22:00, shift options consist of either five 9.6-hour shifts or four 12-hour ones.

  • Flexible rostered weeks, with some shifts adjusted at short notice (min. 48 hrs).

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £30,594, you will receive:

  • Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension (28.97% employer contribution).

  • Generous annual leave, with the option to roll over 10 days per year.

  • 15 days’ paid special leave for volunteer military/emergency reserve duties.

  • Paid volunteering leave (up to 6 days/year).

  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.

  • Employee Assistance Programme.

  • Free uniform and access to site facilities (e.g., gyms, cafeterias, social clubs).

  • Discounts via Blue Light and Defence Discount Cards.

  • Opportunities for funded professional training and qualifications.

About the Ministry of Defence Guard Service

  • Provides security across 170+ MOD sites in the UK.

  • Over 2,700 employees, including roles at high-profile locations such as MOD Main Building (London), Naval Bases (Portsmouth, Devonport, Clyde).

  • Access control, military working dogs, control room activities, and incident response are among the services provided.

  • Directed by core values: Integrity, Vigilance, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Teamwork.

Application Process

  • Application deadline: 15th September 2025.

  • Sifting: Week starting 22nd September 2025.

  • Interviews: Week commencing 6th October 2025 at HMNB Clyde (or nearby).

Selection will assess Experience and Behaviours.

Pre-employment checks include: criminal record, medical, and Security Clearance (SC).

Open to UK nationals only.

Contact Information

Job Overview

  • Date Posted:
  • Expiration date: 15/09/2025
  • Job Title: Day Worker, Security Supervisor
  • Salary: £30,594
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