The Influence of Work-Life Balance and Workload on Job Satisfaction by Mediation of Work Motivation in Mining Companies

Abstract

Job satisfaction is an important aspect of employee welfare and organizational behavior. It reflects the extent to which employees are satisfied with their job and work environment. High job satisfaction is associated with several positive outcomes, such as increased productivity, job performance, and employee retention. On the other hand, low job satisfaction can lead to negative consequences, such as absenteeism and decreased performance. This condition then has implications for employee work-life balance which has the potential to increase workload and reduce motivation. This study aims to analyze the effect of work-life balance and workload on job satisfaction, with work motivation as a mediating variable. This study is expected to contribute to improving the company's human resources considering the factors studied can help related parties to create a positive work environment. The results showed that each work life balance and workload had a positive effect on work motivation. Likewise each, work life balance workload has a positive effect on job satisfaction. Motivation has a positive effect on job satisfaction. Work motivation mediates the effect of work life balance on job satisfaction and work motivation mediates the effect of workload on job satisfaction. The results showed that each work life balance and workload had a positive effect on work motivation. Likewise each, work life balance workload has a positive effect on job satisfaction. Motivation has a positive effect on job satisfaction. Work motivation mediates the effect of work life balance on job satisfaction and work motivation mediates the effect of workload on job satisfaction. The results showed that each work life balance and workload had a positive effect on work motivation. Likewise each, work life balance workload has a positive effect on job satisfaction. Motivation has a positive effect on job satisfaction. Work motivation mediates the effect of work life balance on job satisfaction and work motivation mediates the effect of workload on job satisfaction.