Abstract:
The research sought to establish the psychosocial stressors among female employees who practice onboarding/
long distance commuting (LDC) in the mining sector with specific focus on Murowa Diamond Mining Company.
The study distributed 54 survey questionnaires out of a population of 87 female employees. Data was analysed
using descriptive statistics. Spearman correlation was computed to examine the impact of age and marital status
on psychosocial stress among female employees at Murowa Diamond Mining Company. The study found out that
female employees perceive the mine as offering more opportunities than disadvantages but they needed more time
to rest and socialize with family and friends. The study also found that long-distance commuting was affecting
the marital statuses of female employees and was a major source of stress. The study established that age and
marital status have positive relationship with stress levels. It was recommended that mining companies which
practice onboarding should promote use of social media communication technologies during work shifts, enhance
the socialization activities among female employees, re-schedule off days so that female employees are afforded
more time to socialize with friends and family. The study al
