Business Details
27 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in Chatham
Established in 1999, Connect Personnel has grown from a small Dartford office to a trusted recruitment agency serving Kent and surrounding areas. Our privately owned business specialises in providing tailored recruitment solutions for both candidates and clients across manufacturing, food processing, warehousing, and packaging industries. With offices in Dartford and Chatham, we combine local expertise with a commitment to understanding the unique needs of each client. Our team of experienced professionals delivers 24/7 support, ensuring timely and effective staffing solutions even at short notice. We pride ourselves on maintaining a family-oriented approach while offering access to welfare benefits, HR advice, and transportation assistance.Our long-standing relationships with clients, some spanning over 14 years, reflect our dedication to quality service. We support diverse workforces through multilingual staff and have successfully facilitated employment for individuals from various backgrounds, including former prisoners. Our track record includes critical infrastructure projects like Cross Rail and HS2, demonstrating our capability to handle complex staffing requirements. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, efficiency, and commitment to matching candidates with suitable roles. We remain focused on evolving with industry needs while preserving the personal touch that distinguishes us from larger recruitment firms.
Services
Manufacturing Recruitment
Food Processing Staffing
Warehousing Solutions
Packaging Industry Hiring
Temporary Staffing
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized recruitment services tailored to specific industry needs
- Our team offers 24/7 support for urgent staffing requirements
- We maintain long-standing relationships with clients across Kent
- We support multilingual candidates and employers through dedicated staff
- Our proven track record includes major infrastructure projects like HS2
Associations and certifications
- GLA
What people say
Professional and prompt service
Quick to provide staff
Understand industry needs
Reliable and efficient
Valuable long-term partnerships
Services
Manufacturing Recruitment
We specialise in connecting manufacturing businesses with skilled and semi-skilled workers. Our candidates undergo thorough vetting to ensure they meet industry-specific requirements. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of production environments and safety protocols.
Food Processing Staffing
Our recruitment solutions cater to food processing facilities requiring reliable workers. We understand hygiene standards and shift patterns unique to this sector. Clients appreciate our ability to quickly supply trained personnel for both temporary and permanent roles.
Warehousing Solutions
We provide experienced workers for warehouse and distribution centre operations. Our candidates include forklift operators and inventory specialists. Clients value our understanding of stock control systems and delivery schedules.
Temporary Staffing
Our flexible staffing solutions help businesses manage fluctuating workloads. We supply workers for seasonal peaks and project-based needs. Clients benefit from our rapid response times and thorough candidate screening process.
HR Advisory Services
We offer expert guidance on employment matters including contracts and compliance. Clients receive tailored advice to navigate complex HR challenges. Our support extends from recruitment to ongoing workforce management.
People
Paul Bennett
Managing Director
Paul founded Connect Personnel in 1999 after running a landscaping business in Wales. He holds a BSc degree and oversees strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in operations.
Hardip Bains
Company Co-ordinator
Hardip has managed financial operations since joining in 2003. She plays a central role in decision-making and is known for her organisational skills and approachable nature.
Zung Tang Bennett
Director
Zung transitioned from electrical contracting to recruitment after joining her husband Paul in 2000. She focuses on business development while maintaining the company's family-oriented ethos.
Ruksana Dias Alberto
Operations Manager
Ruksana manages day-to-day operations across both offices. With extensive experience in workforce management, she ensures smooth coordination between clients and candidates.
Sapana Shrestha Ghale
Accounts Administrator
Sapana handles payroll and accounting functions. She transitioned from office administration and provides crucial financial support while balancing family commitments.
Questions
What industries do you specialise in?
We focus on manufacturing, food processing, warehousing, and packaging sectors across Kent and surrounding areas.
Can you provide staff at short notice?
Yes, our rapid response system enables us to supply qualified workers within hours for urgent requirements.
Do you offer 24/7 support?
Our services operate around the clock to accommodate shift patterns and emergency staffing needs.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
We conduct thorough vetting, including skills assessments and reference checks tailored to each industry.
Do you work with local businesses?
We maintain strong relationships with Kent-based companies, understanding their specific operational needs.
Can candidates get help with applications?
Our multilingual team assists applicants with CV preparation and interview readiness.
Reviews (4)
Adam Bauckham
Aug 31, 2019
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Worthless, registered with them about 6 months ago and been in 3 more times. Told them that I just done my forklift course and told me that they won't give me a forklift job as I have to have 2 years experience. Like how can I get 2 years when all the work is agency work?
Gary Drury
Feb 09, 2019
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I asked for help getting work I don't have a cv and I don't own a computer the kind lady wouldn't help as they need one. Her suggestion was go the the library. Serious?
Darya Jasus
Apr 18, 2018
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Not seriously agents. Forget call about induction and every time leave it for later. I'm disappointed and not recommending.
Lesley H.
Feb 17, 2017
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I have found that Connect Personnel are by far the best most welcoming agency in Medway the staff are always ready to help with any problems and they completely understand people's situations. I have worked for Connect now over 1 year and they have always kept me in constant flow of great work. I have worked for all the consultants and they are all great! Every job is well explained clearing with direct contacts for the consultants and always made aware of holiday pay I am owed which I no some agency like to not mention. I would 100% suggest this agency to anyone!
