| Global Support Services (UK) Ltd (GSS) is an ACS-accredited company and a Living Wage Champion specialising in K9-led security solutions for high-profile environments.
We are recruiting experienced Explosives Detection Dog (EDD) handlers to support security operations at The Championships, Wimbledon (June-July 2026, 2027 and 2028), one of the world’s most prestigious sporting events, with additional opportunities to support our expanding UK portfolio throughout the year. |
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct systematic explosive detection searches
- Identify and report on potential threats
- Maintain the operational readiness and welfare of your detection dog
- Represent GSS and our Client professionally in a high-profile environment
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Opportunity to support a world-class sporting event with international visibility
- Work as part of a professional K9 security team in a high-profile, internationally recognised environment
- Accommodation and meal allowance
- Parking and branded uniform (during the Championships)
- Competitive rates of pay
- Work with a respected ACS-accredited, Living Wage Champion employer
- Opportunities for ongoing deployments across the UK
CANDIDATE PROFILE:
We are looking for handlers who are:
- Professional, reliable and client-focused
- Experienced in high-profile or public-facing environments
- Physically fit and confident operating under scrutiny
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid SIA Licence
- NASDU Level 4 EDD Certificate and/or NCTAS-P Explosives Detection Dog Team Accreditation
- A minimum two years experience is preferred
- Five-year checkable work history (BS:7858) and additional vetting checks
- Suitable vehicle for deployment (BS:8517)
- Dog is fully vaccinated, microchipped and operationally fit
- Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are an experienced EDD handler and would like to be considered for this deployment, please send your CV and expression of interest to: careers@global-support.org quoting Ref: GSS-EDD-WTC26
For an informal discussion, call us on +44 203 751 8383.
GSS (UK) Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcome from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, or marriage or civil partnership status.
