Green human resource management and employee engagement in Nigeria-German chemical, Ota, Ogun state, Nigeria

Abstract

The study explores the relationship between green HRM practices and employee engagement in Nigeria-German Chemicals Plc, Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The study involved a population of 407 employees across various departments in Nigeria-German Chemicals Plc. A sample size of 202 was determined using the Taro Yamane formula, ensuring proportional representation from each division. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire with responses measured on a five-point Likert scale. Pearson’s correlation analysis was then employed to assess the strength and direction of the relationships between variables. The findings revealed a positive correlation between green training and development (r = 0.760, p < 0.01) and employee engagement. Similarly, a strong correlation was observed for green employee participation (r = 0.711, p < 0.01). Also, there was a positive correlation between green performance appraisal and employee engagement (r = 0.514, p < 0.01). Lastly, green pay and rewards also demonstrated a strong positive correlation (r = 0.647, p < 0.01). The study concluded that green HRM practices significantly enhance employee engagement within Nigeria-German Chemicals Plc. The study recommended that Nigeria-German Chemicals Plc should integrate green HRM practices into their overall strategy to improve both environmental sustainability and employee motivation.