New Recruit - PC Marine Unit AFO CT
New Recruit - PC Marine Unit Officer
Chart a new course with the Clyde Marine Unit
Our armed policing team safeguard Britain's naval assets from the unique stance point of the water, where our officers conduct round-the-clock security operations at HMNB Clyde, protecting submarines and warships that form the backbone of the nation's Defence capabilities.
As an MDP Marine Unit Officer with the Clyde Marine Unit, you'll patrol strategic waters using specialised vessels equipped with advanced technology, from agile RHIBs to 15m patrol launches. You'll conduct armed escorts for high-value naval assets, including nuclear deterrents, ensuring their safe and unimpeded passage. Working alongside Royal Navy personnel and other agencies, you'll be at the forefront of maritime security, protecting some of the nation's most sensitive and important defence assets and infrastructure with purpose.
Learn more about our Marine Units.
Key responsibilities
Conduct armed maritime patrols to protect critical naval assets at HMNB Clyde.
Detect, deter and respond to security threats toward Defence vessels and infrastructure
Escort high-value naval ships including nuclear deterrents to ensure safe passage
Operate as coxswain or crew on specialized police launches and RHIBs
Deploy as part of firearms support teams during security incidents
Enforce Dockyard Port Orders and respond to waterborne offenses
Participate in maritime security exercises to maintain operational readiness
Collaborate with Royal Navy, police agencies and harbour authorities
Maintain accurate security documentation and incident records
Role type
Police Constable - Marine AFO CT
Permanent
Salary
£29,606 - £47,743 (depending on allowances).
Discover more about what we offer.
Hours
40 hours
Location
Clyde Marine Unit – HMNB Clyde, Scotland
Terms
Applicants must have experience of working in a ‘marine environment’, specifically on vessels, within the last 2 years, and/or are currently serving with or recent leavers (within 2 years) of the British Armed Forces, that have served on waterborne vessels within the duration of their service.
Applicants must also be able to pass both the marine medical and the swim test (whereby candidates must demonstrate the ability to swim 40 metres in coveralls or light weight trousers/t shirt, remain afloat for 3 minutes and then exit the pool unaided) as a pre-requisite to an offer being made.
Training & Qualifications
Candidates must be qualified (or be willing to become qualified) and undertake training in the following capabilities:
Authorised Firearms Officer
Waterborne Authorised Firearms Officer
Tactical Passenger Training
Diesel Engine course
Radar Course
Royal Yachting Association (RYA)
Sea Survival Training
Helms Qualification
Day Skipper Qualification
Very High Frequency (VHF) Radio
Power Boat Level 2
Advanced Powerboat
Application
To start the application process, please email confirming your interest in the role: MDP-Resourcing-GMB@mod.gov.uk by 12pm 11 September 2026.
On receipt of your email, you will then be sent a pre-screening form that will ask some questions to confirm your eligibility for the role.
If you are subsequently found eligible, you will be emailed an application form to complete and return.
Closing date for submitting applications: 12pm 18 September 2026.
Interviews
Once notified that you have been successful at the application stage, you will be invited to partake in our interview process.
The first interview is a competency-based interview. This is a 45-minute online interview via Microsoft Teams with two assessors, focusing on the MDP Competency Framework and your relevant skills and experience.
Those successful at the competency-based interview will be invited to the second, a suitability interview. This is a face-to-face meeting at a location to be confirmed, lasting approximately 40 minutes. This explores your understanding of our Force, your motivation for applying, and your awareness of how the role may impact your personal life. It will also include questions around the code of ethics, dealing with vulnerable people and safeguarding. Your Job-Related Fitness Test and uniform fitting will also be scheduled on the same day.
Medicals and swim tests for successful candidates will take place at locations and dates to be confirmed.
Information session
The Clyde Marine Unit will be hosting an on-line information session about the role on Wednesday 26 August 2026 between 6pm - 7pm for those interested in applying for this process.
If you would like to attend, please register your interest below before 11:45pm on Monday 24 August 2026.
An email with a link to the session will then be sent to you.
Contact us
Any questions regarding the role, application process and information session should be directed to MDP-Resourcing-GMB@mod.gov.uk
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