Laura Mitchell
Addlestone,Surrey
Summary
Dedicated Fire Safety Inspector with expertise in fire and building safety compliance, specialising in social housing. Proven ability to manage regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to safety procedures that protect tenants and staff. Strong communicator with a track record of collaborating with teams to foster a culture of safety and reduce risks. Focused on continuous improvement in safety practices, resulting in significant reductions in fire-related incidents.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4036
4036
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Fire safety inspector
Abri
Bracknell
03.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections of 222 buildings to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
- Assessed fire protection systems and proposed necessary improvements for enhanced safety.
- Prepared detailed reports on inspection findings and recommended corrective actions.
- Conducted thorough inspections of fire doors to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Documented inspection findings meticulously to provide detailed reports for management review.
Safety & Compliance Coordinator
Saxon Weald
Horsham, UK
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with Compliance Manager and teams to ensure regulatory obligations were met.
- Coordinated contract management for FRA, LRA, and Asbestos compliance streams.
- Scheduled and tracked internal and external property safety audits, ensuring timely updates.
- Monitored over 3000 corrective legacy actions to guarantee completion within tight deadlines.
- Established and coordinated business-as-usual fire safety actions from FRA.
- Communicated with contractors and stakeholders to facilitate timely compliance-related works.
- Tracked contractor performance and escalated issues to Head of Property Safety.
- Supported identification and reporting of property safety risks alongside Compliance Manager.
- Consulted and informed customers affected by property safety workstreams throughout processes.
Health & Safety Coordinator
Saxon Weald
Horsham, UK
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Coordinated Health and Safety training for all staff, ensuring compliance across the business.
- Managed training budget while collaborating with external and internal providers.
- Maintained up-to-date health and safety reporting system, Engage, and conducted incident investigations.
- Served as Secretary for safety committee meetings, arranging agendas and distributing minutes.
- Completed regular fire safety inspections across schemes and extra care sites.
- Led fire door inspection programme for high-risk blocks to ensure safety standards.
- Project managed annual inspection programmes for FRA’s, LRA’s, and asbestos, facilitating timely certification uploads.
- Conducted DSE assessments for new starters and staff requiring evaluations.
Property Team Administrator
Saxon Weald
Horsham, UK
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Updated Asbestos register and managed data files for re-inspections.
- Consulted with tenants and local councils on adaptation permission requests.
- Raised tenant recharges following property void team reports.
- Utilised Orchard to update property documents with certificates and inspection reports.
- Supported Surveyors and Asset Management team with administrative DFG request tasks.
- Streamlined processes to enhance operational efficiency across multiple responsibilities.
Workflow Administrator
Courtyard Surgery
Horsham, UK
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Coordinated transition of 900+ students from local boarding school to surgery.
- Ensured accurate entry of cervical and breast screening information in patient electronic records.
- Assisted new mothers with booking eight-week checks and scheduling immunisations with nursing team.
- Scanned and coded documents from third-party hospitals, NHS screenings, and private healthcare into patient records.
- Liaised with patients to schedule INR results using software for tracking.
- Maintained strict adherence to patient confidentiality and GDPR regulations.
Booking Coordinator (Outpatients)
Royal Surrey County Hospital
Guildford, UK
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed all incoming referrals from ERS portal for breast team, adhering to two-week rules.
- Utilised hospital patient data system APAS for patient registration and appointment scheduling.
- Generated daily clinical reports to facilitate follow-up appointment bookings.
- Responded promptly to patient queries to ensure effective communication.
Administrator to Breast CNS Team
Royal Surrey County Hospital
Guildford, UK
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Organised and prepared Breast CNS clinics daily, ensuring seamless operations.
- Efficiently responded to patient messages and queries in a timely manner.
- Typed dictated letters from the Breast CNS team, ensuring high standards and prompt dispatch.
- Engaged with patients on sensitive topics, ensuring compassionate communication.
GP Secretary
Cranleigh Medical Practice
Cranleigh, UK
10.2016 - 05.2020
- Completed GP tasks, referrals, and administrative duties efficiently.
- Consulted with local schools and care homes to address specific requirements.
- Supported reception team by resolving complex queries and training new staff members.
- Processed and produced care plans for elderly patients, ensuring clear communication of wishes.
- Joined practice as receptionist, achieving promotion to secretary within 12 months.
Education
GCSE’S -
CHESSINGTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Certificate of Higher Education - Psychology
THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
01.2016 - 01.2020
Level 2 Certificate - Principles of Business Administration
DERBY COLLEGE
Skills
- Safety auditing and inspections
- Fire safety regulations
- Compliance knowledge in social housing
- Health and safety awareness
- Attention to detail
- Motivation and organization
Accomplishments
- Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award, 10/01/10
- Certificate of Higher Education in Psychology – The Open University, 05/01/20
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration – Derby College, 05/01/22
- Risk Assessment Training – Saxon Weald, January 2022
- DSE Assessor Course – CIEF Accredited, January 2022
- Managing and Managing People Course – Open Learn, January 2023
- Project Management: The Start of the Project Journey – Open Learn, January 2023
- Understanding and Managing Risk – Open Learn, January 2023
- NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate - Shields, November 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fire safety inspector
Abri
03.2025 - Current
Safety & Compliance Coordinator
Saxon Weald
01.2024 - 02.2025
Health & Safety Coordinator
Saxon Weald
07.2022 - 12.2023
Property Team Administrator
Saxon Weald
09.2021 - 07.2022
Workflow Administrator
Courtyard Surgery
01.2021 - 08.2021
Booking Coordinator (Outpatients)
Royal Surrey County Hospital
09.2020 - 01.2021
Administrator to Breast CNS Team
Royal Surrey County Hospital
06.2020 - 09.2020
GP Secretary
Cranleigh Medical Practice
10.2016 - 05.2020
Certificate of Higher Education - Psychology
THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
01.2016 - 01.2020
GCSE’S -
CHESSINGTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Level 2 Certificate - Principles of Business Administration
DERBY COLLEGE