Role stress and work engagement as antecedents of job satisfaction in Spanish workers
Abstract: According to the Job
Demands-Resources (JDR) model, engagement and job satisfaction may be produce
by two types of working conditions: job demands (i.e. role stress) and job
resources (i.e. self-efficacy). This study examines the role of role stress and
work engagement as antecedents of job satisfaction in a sample of Spanish
workers.
Design/methodology/approach: This study comprised a sample of 435 Spanish
workers. A cross sectional study was used to examine the relationship between
role stress, work engagement and job satisfaction. Data were gathered based on
personal administered questionnaires.
Findings and Originality/value: Hierarchical multiple regression models
have revealed that job satisfaction was significantly predicted by role stress
and work engagement. Results support JDR model by showing that positive
outcomes, such as job satisfaction can be predicted by motivational process and
job demands.
Research limitations/implications: The cross-sectional design cannot
evidence of causal relationships. This study relies on self-reports, which
might increase the risk of common method variance.
Practical implications: On a practical level, the JDR model provides a
framework for understanding motivating workplaces and engaged and satisfied
employees.
Originality/value: The JDR model could be useful in designing strategies
for which engaged employees may be advantageous to improving the quality of
services, while at the same time increasing employees’ job satisfaction and
well-being.
Author: Alejandro
OrgambÃdez-Ramos, Yolanda Borrego-Alés, Isabel Mendoza-Sierra
Journal Code: jptindustrigg140049
