Ben Burgess
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DismissBen Burgess supplies agricultural, construction and grounds care machinery across East Anglia.
benburgess.co.ukRating based on 21 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz
About jobs at Ben Burgess
Pay
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Good
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Most people get sick pay
Do Ben Burgess pay sick pay?
Yes. Most people get proper sick pay.
How we know this
80% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2023 and January 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Ben Burgess do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
90% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2023 and January 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Okay
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Some people worry about their hours
Do workers at Ben Burgess worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
36% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2023 and January 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do Ben Burgess workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
55% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2023 and January 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Workplace
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Okay
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do people at Ben Burgess feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
50% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2023 and January 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
How Ben Burgess ranks
Ben Burgess ranks 6th to work for out of farms.
- 5 AB Agri
- 6 Ben Burgess
- 7 Stonegate Egg Producers
Rankings are based on Breakroom Ratings for employers with 5 or more Breakroom Quiz responses, accurate as of 17 February 2026.
Ben Burgess job reviews
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Best thing
Colleagues, variety and trust
Worst thing
Sometimes it can be unpleasant but that's the gig
Valeter at Ben Burgess, July 2023
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Reply from Group HR Manager at Ben Burgess, July 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback on Breakroom. We're delighted to hear that you enjoy working with your colleagues and appreciate the variety and trust within our work environment. These elements form the core of our company culture and are critical to our collective success. However, we're sorry to hear that you've encountered some unpleasant moments. While we understand that certain aspects of the job can sometimes be challenging, we strive to ensure that our employees have a positive experience overall. We're committed to using your feedback as an opportunity to explore potential changes that can enhance the work experience for all. Please reach out to us in HR if you'd like to share more details. Michael
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