LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Center sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.

As a Life Safety Systems (LSS) Commissioning Technician working with the LotusWorks team, you will be based on a client site within the Semiconductor sector at a state‑of‑the‑art facility in Leixlip, Co. Kildare.

In this role, you will join a highly experienced onsite team responsible for the delivery of Life Safety system scopes within an active manufacturing environment. LotusWorks has provided continuous support to this client site for over two decades, backed by established onsite management structures, reliable administrative support, and a collaborative, performance-driven team culture.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the commissioning and de-commissioning of a range of Life Safety Systems, including but not limited to those listed below:
Vesda Fire SystemsVe
Liquid Leak Systems
Gas Detection Systems / VMBs (Valve Manifold Boxes) / DVBs (Distribution Valve Boxes)
Gas Midas / Vertex Tube Systems
TAS (Tool Annunciating Systems)
Hazardous Process Material Monitoring Systems
Evacuation and Alerting Systems
Associated Electrical LV & Mechanical Systems
Work as an LSS Commissioning Technician as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team supporting Life Safety commissioning and de-commissioning activities.
Demonstrate ownership and initiative in a high‑paced, schedule‑driven environment.
Deliver assigned tasks in line with project milestones and safety requirements.
Carry out all duties in a manner that poses no risk to personnel safety or facility operations.
Commission & De-Commission Life Safety Systems in accordance with project specifications and site procedures.
Perform pre-flight commissioning & de-commissioning site field walks and document any issues found / generate punch lists for resolution, prior to handover.
Generate and execute commissioning documentation including OATs and FATs (Operational and Functional Acceptance Tests).
Carry out system testing and verification on:
Smoke Detection
Fire Alarm Activation and Interfaces
Liquid Leak & Gas Detection
Tool Install / HPM Testing
Hazardous Process Material FMS Monitoring Systems
Evacuation and Notification Systems
Work to tight timelines while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.
Ensure documentation complies with client quality and commissioning requirements.
Generate, execute, and maintain commissioning documentation in a controlled and organised manner.
Record test results and system performance data.
Support the closure of identified field issues and verify that all corrective actions have been effectively implemented.
Interact and respond to Project and Commissioning Leads direction.
Attend daily meetings and provide accurate status updates on assigned systems and activities.
Co-ordinate with commissioning, operations, engineering, and safety teams to support system readiness.
Communicate clearly and professionally with peers, supervisors, and client stakeholders
Execute all works in strict accordance with site safety protocols, procedures, permits, and approved documentation.
The role involves the commissioning and de-commissioning of multiple Life Safety Systems, executed with unwavering adherence to COHE (Control of Hazardous Energy) procedures to ensure the highest standards of safety and operational control.
Maintain exceptional attention to safety standards, particularly when working on live monitoring and evacuation systems.
Identify, report, and mitigate risks associated with LSS commissioning and de-commissioning activities.