A UK based services provider Company, Vertex has announced to generate as many as 600 job opportunities in the next two years in Ballarat.

The IT employer has its clientele extending over the US, the UK and India. Currently, it has about 800 professionals working with it.

The service center in Ballarat will commence in September 2010. Premier, John Brumby, said the expansion will enhance the income in the economy with least $15 million of income each year.

"Vertex has chosen Ballarat as the location for this project because they believe that this city has got the right skills, the right demographic mix to ensure its success", he said.

He further said that it will generate many job opportunities for the people. The proclamation holds importance in the entire Victoria region.

He added that creating 600 jobs in one go is not a small achievement for the Australians.

The Company has received a considerable amount of aid from the state Government. However, the amount has not been disclosed.

Company’s Australian Chief Executive, Phil Allan, clarified that the funding is not the only reason for the Company for setting up the unit in Ballarat.