MGS - Guard Service - Security Officer Shift Worker - Stonehouse & Ernesettle

As a Security Officer, you will:

• Ensure site safety and security – protect Defence personnel, visitors, and property.
• Conduct patrols – monitor designated areas on foot or by vehicle, ensuring compliance with security protocols.
• Control access – check credentials, issue passes and escort visitors as required.
• Perform searches – conduct thorough security checks on vehicles, baggage and personnel.
• Respond to incidents – identify risks, manage security breaches and elevate as needed.
• Assist employees and visitors – provide professional and courteous support on‑site.
• Monitor security systems – operate CCTV, alarms and communication devices.
• Manage traffic and parking – control vehicle movement and ensure safe site access.
• Report and document – maintain security logs and complete detailed incident reports.

This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

48 hours per week including breaks. Night, weekend, bank holiday shifts and 12‑hour shifts between Sun–Sat, with flexible rostering as required. Detailed shift pattern will be explained during interview.

New starters complete a mandatory two‑week residential Foundation Course followed by structured on‑the‑job training. Ongoing professional development includes an annual programme of online learning supported by the Workforce Development Team.

• Working Together
• Managing a Quality Service
• Communicating and Influencing

Full UK Driving Licence.

• UK nationals
• Republic of Ireland nationals
• Commonwealth nationals with right to work in UK
• EU, Swiss, Norwegian, Icelandic or Liechtenstein nationals and family members with settled or pre‑settled status under the EUSS
• Individuals with limited or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals and certain family members of Turkish nationals who have accrued right to work in Civil Service

• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%
• A generous annual leave allowance and ability to roll over up to 10 days per year
• Minimum of 15 days special leave for volunteer or reserve commitments
• Special paid leave for volunteering up to 6 days a year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme to support wellbeing
• Access to sports & social club, gym, cafeterias, shops and free car parking at many sites
• Entitlement to apply for Blue Light and Defence Discount Cards
• Free MGS security uniform

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and fulfil all security requirements prior to appointment.

Mathematical medical will be required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.