Ben Mutch
Saxmundham,Suffolk
Summary
I have always been in the agricultural scene as my father was a farmer and I have worked alongside him since I was young. From my start at New Shoots LTD I have been helping with field operations, such as being a drill operator with their precision sponge drill and have developed a strong understanding of both the machine and the technologies of the tractors guidance system. In 2025 I worked mainly on irrigation, in which I developed my teamworking skills as well as planning due to us often having 40+ pulls per day split between two teams of two. This took careful planning to work efficiently and lots of teamwork to ensure we all shared the pressure equally. Despite mainly doing irrigation, I still helped all teams of the farm with other jobs; cultivations, fertilising, drilling, planting, trailer driving, fleecing and mowing. I have spent both winter seasons at New Shoots in the workshop doing maintenance and repairs on all machinery, with some experience of welding.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Tractor driver
New Shoots LTD
Blaxhall, Suffolk
2024.06 - Current
- Utilised advanced GPS technology to optimise cultivations, mowing, drilling and plating.
- Maintained optimal tractor performance by conducting routine checks and repairs.
- Prioritised machinery maintenance, resulting in reduced downtime and increased efficiency.
- Experience with a range of trailer types.
- Operated in different tractor types across a fleet of 28.
Ice cream server
Harris & James
Aldeburgh, Suffolk
2023.04 - 2024.06
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing queries politely and promptly.
- Handled complaints professionally, resulting in improved customer relationships.
- Managed stock levels efficiently, avoiding shortages during rush hours.
- Administered inventory control tasks to avoid overstocking or under-stocking issues.
- Adhered to food safety regulations with meticulous cleaning routines.
Education
A-Levels - Computer Science, Geography, Sociology
Sir John Leman
Beccles, Suffolk 2022.09 - 2024.06
Skills
- Experience with a range of agricultural operation
- Forklift truck B1 certified
- Many hours in workshops with a good understanding of maintenance and repair
- First aid in the workplace training
- Lots of experience with tractor driving on road, often with trips exceeding one hour
- Working well within a team and on my own
- Willing to work hard and long hours
Affiliations
- Working on vehicles
- Gardening
- Hiking
- Gym
Certification
Forklift truck B1 certificate, Feb 2026- Feb 2029
Abrasive wheels certificate, Jul 2024- Jul 2027
First aid in the workplace, Feb 2026- Feb 2029
Timeline
Tractor driver
New Shoots LTD
2024.06 - Current
Ice cream server
Harris & James
2023.04 - 2024.06
A-Levels - Computer Science, Geography, Sociology
Sir John Leman
2022.09 - 2024.06