Permanent placement
We source, screen and shortlist. The person joins your payroll and you pay us once.
- Whose payroll
- Yours
- You pay
- A one-time fee after joining
Aminjikarai, Chennai. Supplying staff across Tamil Nadu
Manpower supply and recruitment agency for employers across Tamil Nadu
தமிழ்நாடு முழுவதும் நிறுவனங்களுக்கு பணியாளர்களை வழங்குகிறோம்
Lifeline Crew is a manpower supply and recruitment agency based in Aminjikarai, Chennai. We supply factory workers, BPO and call-centre staff, office and front-desk staff, housekeeping, retail, hospital and warehouse staff to employers across Tamil Nadu, through permanent placement, contract staffing and bulk hiring. Turnaround: 48 hours for helpers and 7 days for skilled roles.
4.6 on Google, 178 reviews (as of 12 Nov 2026)How fast we supply
Confirmed turnaround from the day we agree your requirement in writing.
- Helpers: loaders, packers and general helpers
- 48 hours
- Skilled roles: operators, nurses, accounts, IT, supervisors
- 7 days
Four ways to hire through Lifeline Crew
Pick the model that fits the role. Each has its own page with what is included, costs and common questions.
Contract staffing
Workers stay on our payroll. We pay wages, PF and ESI, bill you monthly and replace people who leave.
- Whose payroll
- Ours
- You pay
- A monthly invoice: wages, PF, ESI and our charge
Bulk hiring
Many similar roles to one start date: new lines, new processes, festive peaks.
- Whose payroll
- Yours or ours
- You pay
- Per hire, or monthly if on contract
Payroll outsourcing
You choose the people. We hold them on our rolls and run salary, PF, ESI and filings.
- Whose payroll
- Ours
- You pay
- A monthly fee for running payroll
Industries we supply staff to
Open an industry for the roles we fill and the questions employers ask, or tap the green button to message us about that industry straight away.
- IT companiesIT helpdesk engineers, System administrators, Network engineers (CCNA level)
- BPO & call centresDomestic voice agents (Tamil, English, Hindi), International voice agents, Telesales and collections callers
- Office staffReceptionists, Front desk executives, Telephone operators
- ManufacturingMachine operators, CNC and VMC operators, Press operators
- AutomobileAssembly line operators, Spot and MIG welders, Paint shop operators
- PharmaProduction chemists (B.Sc, M.Sc), Granulation, compression and coating operators, Production helpers
- Textile & garmentsTailors and single-needle operators, Overlock and flatlock operators, Cutting masters and cutters
- Retail & showroomsSales executives (men and women), Section in-charges, Customer care staff
- Spas & salonsSenior hair stylists, Junior hair stylists, Hair colour technicians
- Hospitals & clinicsStaff nurses (GNM, B.Sc Nursing), ICU and OT nurses, Nursing assistants and ward aides
- Hostels & service apartmentsWardens (women and men), Property managers, Front desk executives
- E-commercePickers, Packers, Sorters
- Logistics & warehousingLoaders and unloaders, Forklift and reach truck operators, Warehouse supervisors
- Mobile phone manufacturingAssembly line operators, Testing operators, Packing operators
Twenty districts, one Chennai office
Every line on the map starts at our office in Aminjikarai. Each city page covers its industrial estates, local industries and the roles employers there hire.
How hiring through Lifeline works
- Send the requirementWhatsApp or call +91 99622 99076 with the role, how many people, the location and the date you need them.
- Get a written quoteWe confirm wages, shifts, the hiring model and our charges in writing. Turnaround: 48 hours for helpers and 7 days for skilled roles.
- Interview shortlisted peopleWe screen candidates against your checklist and send profiles. You interview and select.
- Joining and follow-upWe coordinate documents and joining day. Replacement terms if someone leaves: set out in writing with every quote.
Prefer a form? Six fields, one WhatsApp message
The form writes the message for you so nothing gets missed: industry, role, headcount, location, date and your name.
- Written quote before you commit
- Turnaround: 48 hours for helpers and 7 days for skilled roles
- Permanent, contract, bulk or payroll
Frequently asked questions
How much does a manpower agency charge in Chennai?
For permanent placement, published market rates run from about 8.33% to 16.67% of the hire's annual CTC. For contract staffing, agencies add a monthly service charge to wages, PF and ESI, plus 18% GST. Rates depend on role, volume and duration. Lifeline Crew's fee is quoted in writing for each requirement before you commit. WhatsApp your role for a written quote.
How fast can Lifeline Crew supply staff?
Speed depends on the role, the location and the wage offered. Helpers and housekeeping staff near Chennai usually close faster than skilled operators or nurses in smaller towns. Our turnaround: 48 hours for helpers and 7 days for skilled roles. Send the role, headcount, location and joining date on WhatsApp and we will give you a date in writing.
Do you do bulk hiring?
Yes. Lifeline Crew handles bulk hiring for factories, warehouses, BPOs and retail chains across Tamil Nadu, from our Chennai office. Tell us the roles, headcount per shift, wage and joining date. Our bulk hiring checklist explains what to prepare before the drive starts.
What is the replacement guarantee?
If a placed person leaves or does not work out within the agreed window, the agency finds a replacement. Market practice in India ranges from 30 to 90 days for permanent placement. For contract staff, replacement continues for the life of the contract. Lifeline Crew's replacement terms are set out in writing with every quote.
Contract staffing or permanent placement: which is better?
Contract staffing suits seasonal peaks, projects and roles where volume is uncertain; the worker stays on the agency payroll and you pay monthly. Permanent placement suits long-term and skilled roles; the worker joins your payroll and you pay the agency once. Many employers use both. Our comparison guide sets out costs and rules.
What documents do I need to hire through an agency?
For contract staffing you sign a service agreement and share your work-order details. If the contractor has 50 or more contract workers, it needs a licence under the OSH Code, and you may have principal-employer duties. Workers bring identity, address, bank and education documents. We send a checklist with every quote.
Which agency supplies housekeeping, security, BPO and factory staff in Chennai?
Lifeline Crew supplies housekeeping, BPO and call-centre, office and factory staff to employers in Chennai and across Tamil Nadu. Security guards are different: only agencies holding a PSARA licence may supply them, so ask any agency for that licence. WhatsApp +91 99622 99076 with your requirement.
Quick answers before you hire
Short, sourced answers to the questions employers ask us most.
- How can I get helpers and loaders within 48 hours in Tamil Nadu?
- Does a contractor need a licence to supply 50 workers in Tamil Nadu?
- Who pays PF and ESI for contract workers: the agency or the company?
- What documents should a manpower contractor give you every month?
- Do you need a PSARA-licensed agency to hire security guards in Tamil Nadu?
- Can women work night shifts in Tamil Nadu factories and offices?
- Fixed-term employment or contract staffing: which is better under the labour codes?
- What must an employer provide when hiring workers from other states in Tamil Nadu?
- Manpower agency or job portal: which is better for hiring blue-collar staff?
Hiring guides
Contract vs Permanent vs Payroll Staffing: Which Suits Your Business?Contract staffing, permanent placement or payroll outsourcing? A plain comparison for Tamil Nadu employers, with costs and rules. WhatsApp us to discuss.Bulk Hiring Checklist: 10 Steps to Hire 20 to 500 PeopleHiring 20 to 500 people at once? A 10-step bulk hiring checklist for Tamil Nadu factories, warehouses and BPOs. Send your headcount on WhatsApp today.How to Choose a Manpower Agency in Tamil Nadu: 12 ChecksCheck licences, PF/ESI, replacement terms and invoices before you sign. A 12-point checklist for choosing a manpower agency. WhatsApp Lifeline to compare.How Much Does Contract Staffing Cost in Tamil Nadu? (2026)What a contract worker really costs in Tamil Nadu: wages, PF, ESI, bonus, gratuity, service charge and GST, with a worked example. WhatsApp us for a quote.
Need staff? Message us now.
Send the role, how many people and when you need them. We reply on WhatsApp during working hours with questions or a written quote.