Impact of Green HRM on Job Satisfaction of Non-Executive Employees in Eco-friendly Hotel in Sri Lanka

Abstract

This paper investigates the effect of Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices on the job satisfaction of non-executive employees in a leading eco-friendly hotel in Sri Lanka. Drawing on the growing interest in sustainability within the hospitality industry, the study examines four core GHRM practices, green recruitment and selection, green performance management, green training and development, and green reward management and their influence on employee job satisfaction. A quantitative research design was employed, using a structured questionnaire distributed among 100 non-executive employees. Statistical techniques including reliability testing, descriptive analysis, regression, correlation, and ANOVA were applied using SPSS. The findings reveal that all four GHRM practices are positively and significantly correlated with job satisfaction, with green recruitment emerging as a particularly critical factor. These results suggest that hiring environmentally conscious employees and integrating sustainable practices throughout HR functions can improve employee morale and, consequently, organizational performance. The study contributes to the existing literature by bridging the gap between environmental sustainability initiatives and the human element in organizations, while providing practical recommendations for HR professionals to foster a culture of sustainability that enhances job satisfaction and overall productivity.