THE EFFECT OF TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT ON JOB SATISFACTION AND ITS IMPACT ON JOB ENGAGEMENT

Abstract

This study aims to determine and analyze the effect of transformational leadership and human resource development on job satisfaction and its impact on job engagement. It used a quantitative approach. Sampling was conducted by using non-probability sampling with saturation sampling technique. Thus, the total sample size was 176 samples. Data analysis in this study was carried out using structural equation modeling (SEM) analysis using the Lisrel 7.8 statistical program. The results of the study found that transformational leadership and human resource development had a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction. Moreover, transformational leadership, HR development and job satisfaction have a positive and significant effect on job engagement. This research has a contribution to PT. Wijaya Karya (Persero) Tbk (WIKA). In this case, company leaders need to be able to listen to various difficulties and complaints of employees regarding work. Therefore, it is important for superiors/company leaders and subordinates to work together to solve employee problems so that employee performance is maintained and company productivity increases. In addition, the company is also advised to carry out training activities and formal education.

Keywords

• transformational leadership
• human resources
• job satisfaction
• job engagement