Business Details
27 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Recruitment Services in Kent
Connect Personnel has been delivering tailored recruitment solutions since 1999, specialising in connecting skilled workers with businesses across manufacturing, food processing, warehousing, and packaging industries. Our privately owned structure allows us to maintain a personalised approach, combining deep industry knowledge with responsive service to meet evolving client needs. With offices in Dartford and Chatham, we prioritise understanding both employer requirements and candidate aspirations to build lasting professional relationships.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through 24/7 availability, flexible staffing solutions, and additional support including HR advice and transportation assistance. Over two decades of experience have refined our ability to match talent with opportunity while maintaining the family-oriented values that underpin our business ethos.
Services
Manufacturing Recruitment
Food Processing Staff
Warehousing Jobs
Packaging Industry Recruitment
Temporary Workers
Permanent Placements
HR Advisory Service
Transport Logistics Staff
Seasonal Staffing Solutions
Candidate Welfare Support
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 recruitment support with rapid response times for urgent staffing needs
- Our team has over 20 years' experience in specialist recruitment across local industries
- We offer tailored HR advice and welfare support to both employers and candidates
- Our local knowledge spans Dartford, Medway and Sittingbourne employment markets
- We maintain a family business ethos with personalised service for all clients
What people say
Very helpful, professional and prompt
Understand the industry and business environment
Outstanding and professional service
Quick to react to differing situations
Valuable asset to the company
Services
Manufacturing Recruitment
We specialise in placing skilled workers in manufacturing roles across Kent. Our candidates undergo rigorous vetting to ensure they meet industry-specific requirements. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of production environments and safety protocols.
Food Processing Staff
Our recruitment service connects food processing plants with qualified personnel. We understand hygiene standards and shift working requirements. Clients receive workers trained in HACCP and food safety regulations.
Warehousing Jobs
We supply trained warehouse operatives for picking, packing and inventory management roles. Our candidates hold relevant certifications including forklift operation. Clients gain flexible staffing solutions for fluctuating demand.
HR Advisory Service
Our experts provide guidance on employment law, payroll management and workplace compliance. Clients receive tailored advice to navigate HR challenges while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Temporary Workers
We supply flexible workforce solutions for seasonal peaks and project-based needs. Our temporary workers undergo skills assessments to ensure role suitability while providing businesses with operational flexibility.
People
Paul Bennett
Managing Director
Paul founded Connect Personnel in 1999 after establishing landscape design expertise in South Wales. He leads strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in client relationships.
Hardip Bains
Company Coordinator
Hardip has managed financial operations since 2003, becoming integral to business decisions. She balances financial oversight with maintaining the company's personal service approach.
Zung Tang Bennett
Director
Zung joined the business after recruitment training with Hays Montrose. She focuses on business development while maintaining the company's family-oriented values and ethical approach.
Ruksana Dias Alberto
Operations Manager
Ruksana oversees daily operations across both offices. With extensive industry experience, she ensures smooth coordination between client requirements and candidate capabilities.
Sapana Shrestha Ghale
Accounts Administrator
Sapana manages payroll and accounting functions while balancing family commitments. Her organisational skills support efficient financial operations within the business.
Questions
What industries do you specialise in?
We focus on manufacturing, food processing, warehousing and logistics sectors across Kent.
How quickly can you supply staff?
Our rapid response team can deploy workers within hours for urgent requirements.
Do you offer permanent placements?
Yes, we provide both temporary and permanent recruitment solutions tailored to business needs.
What areas do you cover?
Our primary service areas include Dartford, Medway and Sittingbourne regions.
Do you provide HR support?
We offer complimentary HR advice including payroll management and employment law guidance.
How do I register as a candidate?
Contact our Chatham or Dartford offices directly or complete our online registration form.
Reviews (3)
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
Sep 16, 2018
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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
Jul 19, 2017
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Not seriously agents . Forget call about induction and every time leave it for later . I'm disappointed and not recommending.
