Determinants of Employee Engagement: Case of Shahkam Industries

Abstract

This study examined determinants of employee engagement in the textile sector of Pakistan – the case of Shahkam Industries. The aim was to identify factors that lead to lower levels of employee engagement at the company, selected one most important factor (turnover intentions), and identified a number of solutions to enhance overall employee engagement at the tactical level. Relevant literature was comprehensively analyzed and data were collected from a sample of 44 employees. The data was analyzed using SPSS. The results established a significantly strong negative relation between turnover intentions and employee engagement suggesting that higher turnover intentions are related to lower levels of employee engagement in the textile industry. A number of solutions are suggested to address high turnover intentions and enhance overall employee engagement including providing clear communication and job security, opportunities for career growth and development, recognizing and rewarding performance, involving employees in decision-making, improving work-life balance, and promoting a positive work environment in the company. Recommendations for future research have also been discussed in the end.