Erv Blagen

Health, Safety and Environmental leader with 25+ years of progressive experience across aggregates, ready-mix, asphalt, transportation, construction, industrial, maintenance, and oil & gas operations. NCSO-certified and COR Auditor with experience leading multi-site safety programs, reducing incident rates, strengthening safety culture, and ensuring regulatory compliance across complex operations. Proven ability to partner with leadership teams to improve performance, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement.

Regional Safety Manager / Area Safety Manager (Level 3) - Burnco Rock Products / Heidelberg Materials - Alberta and Saskatchewan

(2021-01 - 2026-06)

Led HSE programs across 6–8 sites in Alberta and Saskatchewan supporting 200+ employees. Partnered with leadership to improve safety performance, manage risk, and ensure compliance.

• Led HSE initiatives across Edmonton, Highway 16, Keephills, Fort McMurray, Lacombe, and Saskatoon
• Conducted incident investigations and root cause analysis with corrective actions
• Managed WCB claims, RTW programs, and modified work processes
• Supported COR audits and compliance reviews
• Delivered training, orientations, toolbox talks, and leadership coaching
• Improved safety performance through hazard identification and engagement strategies

Safety Advisor / Maintenance Coordinator - Strathearn Heights Ltd.

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

• Provided HSE oversight for residential properties
• Conducted inspections, hazard assessments, and incident investigations
• Coordinated maintenance with safety compliance requirements
• Supported contractor safety and site compliance programs

Corporate Safety Advisor - Pyramid Corporation - Nisku, Alberta

(2013-01 - 2020-12)

• Supported multiple Alberta operations with HSE leadership
• Conducted audits, inspections, investigations, and safety meetings
• Delivered training and safety orientation programs
• Developed and improved safety programs and procedures
• Supported regulatory compliance and continuous improvement