Join the Ministry of Defence Police

We offer diverse career paths for those seeking to contribute to national security through specialist Defence policing. We regularly update our vacancies based on operational requirements across our UK-wide locations. Below you'll find information about our current opportunities for experienced professionals, those new to policing and civilian staff.

New Recruits

Start your policing career today as an Authorised Firearms Officer Counter Terrorism with the Ministry of Defence Police, protecting the nation's most critical Defence assets.

New Entrants from Other Forces

Transfer your policing experience to the Defence environment with streamlined processes for qualified officers from UK police forces, plus opportunities in specialist units and leadership roles.

Tactical Firearms Unit - Authorised Firearms Officer Counter Terrorism

Advance your career in specialist armed policing by joining the Ministry of Defence Police's Tactical Firearms Unit (TFU).
Be a part of one of the UK's most specialised armed policing capabilities, protect the nation's most critical Defence assets whilst developing exceptional tactical skills.

Authorised Firearms Officer Counter Terrorism

For serving or former officers from Home Office, British Transport Police or Civil Nuclear Constabulary forces, we offer a streamlined transfer process that recognises your existing skills and experience. Our current vacancies for experienced officers provide the opportunity to apply your policing expertise in the specialist Defence environment.

Civilian Staff Roles

Our civilian team plays a vital role in supporting our operations across various professional disciplines. From administration and finance to IT and operational support, these roles offer the opportunity to contribute to national security without taking on frontline policing duties.