A influência do ambiente físico de trabalho na satisfação dos técnico-administrativos em educação em uma instituição de ensino pública

Abstract

The physical work environment plays an important role and companies need to evaluate satisfaction in order to improve the environment and, consequently, achieve their objectives. Inserted in this context, the present study aimed to analyze the influence of the physical environment on job satisfaction of the Technical-Administrative in Education staff (TAEs) at the Bento Gonçalves Campus of the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Rio Grande do Sul (IFRS). To carry out the study, a quantitative approach was used, operationalized through the application of a survey with the TAEs of the aforementioned IFRS Campus. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive statistical procedures and multiple linear regression analysis, to evaluate the relationship between the factors of the physical environment (independent variables) and employee satisfaction (dependent variable). The results revealed that the majority of TAEs are in the age range of 36 to 65 years, with a slight predominance of the male gender and a high level of education. The multiple regression analysis indicated that satisfaction with lighting, colors, and the presence of plants significantly influences overall satisfaction with the physical environment (R² = 0.5013), while satisfaction with lighting and the perception of noise impact satisfaction with general working conditions (R² = 0.4150). The 68 TAEs demonstrated moderate satisfaction with lighting, ventilation, and colors of the environment, with emphasis on the presence of plants. However, noise was the most negatively perceived factor. Overall satisfaction with the physical environment was 3.43, and satisfaction with general working conditions was 3.35. Based on the results, the study suggests the need for improvements in the physical environment, especially regarding acoustics and noise reduction. The research contributes to the understanding of the importance of the physical environment in the context of a public educational institution and offers support for the development of human resource management policies and strategies on campus, aiming to promote employee well-being and productivity. [resumo fornecido pelo autor]