About 7,000people will be able to take up employment opportunities at the Grand Palladium resort in Hanover, as the hotel undergoes an expansion.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness noted that about 1,500 will be needed for the construction phase, while the rest will be needed when the new section becomes operational.
He was delivering the key note address at the ground breaking ceremony at the resort in Lucea, today.
Mr. Holness noted that the expansion of the hotel is indicative of the good economic state of Jamaica, which has improved the confidence of major investors.
He likened this vote of confidence to an electoral vote.
The Prime Minister said the provision of employment to locals is another indicator of the vote of confidence by the investors.