MoD Guard Service

Do you want a career where you can make a real difference? Join the Ministry of Defence Guard Service (MGS) to protect Defence from threats such as crime, terrorism, espionage, and sabotage by providing the highest quality of security services through professionalism, excellence, and trust. Responsible for Catterick ITC (Infantry Training Centre) and Catterick Dog Section, based at RAF Leeming, Northallerton, DL7 9NJ The Operations Manager's (OMs) main responsibility is to ensure that our security service is running smoothly to allow our operational employees to protect defence and be prepared for security incidents. As an Operational Manager you will manage Security Officer Supervisors ensuring they are supported to undertake the tasks to a high standard. The key duties are as follows: Oversee and manage the daily operations of the security team at units, ensuring the correct use of physical and tactical resources to maintain operational preparedness for security incidents in line with
local Joint Business Agreements/General Statement of Security Requirements (GSSORs). Lead physical security operations and set governance structures to appropriately meet the risk appetite to protect assets and people at sites. Build and maintain strong working relationships by liaising with unit customers and Heads of Establishments (HOEs) on a regular basis, ensuring excellent service delivery through pro-active problem solving and agreed prioritisation of tasks. Ensure all posts and tasks are risk assessed and all relevant policy and legislation is followed. Provide Head Office with data returns when requested regarding staffing levels, personal case work and audits, recording achievements of tasks, overtime, and other operational data. Collaborate with other security providers at the unit to provide a high-quality security service. Ensure National Security Inspectorate (NSI) compliance at all units within your Area of Responsibility (AOR), auditing paperwork, processes and amending or
updating local documents when required. Review working patterns/rosters, Joint Business Agreements / General Statement of Security Requirement (GSSOR's) and Assignment Instructions on an annual basis. Consult with Trade Unions on local changes. Act as a role model and actively encourage a positive and inclusive working environment. Carry out all MGS/MOD/Management Training including Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) to ensure effective understanding and management of Health and Safety within you Area of Responsibility (AOR). Option to be On-Call Duty Manager Working Hours, Monday - Friday 37 Hours

A background, or interest in the delivery of site security and / or can demonstrate experience in delivering customer service A driving license as site visits will be required

£30,740

Alongside your salary of £30,740, Ministry of Defence contributes £8,905 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.