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Chris Hamel

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Vice President, Special Projects at Maaden
📍 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Chris Hamel is the Vice President of Special Projects at Maaden, specializing in mineral exploration. A Professional Geologist with a B. Sc. from the University of Saskatchewan, he has a track record of discovery and focuses on data-driven decision-making. People he has worked with describe him as supportive, knowledgeable, and talented.

Outside of his direct contributions, he is passionate about the development of people. He finds helping others achieve their goals to be highly rewarding and emphasizes coaching and mentoring. He believes strong workplace communication is essential for igniting creativity and fostering innovation within a team.

After 21 years of working in the Athabasca basin, he made the decision to move to a new role at Maaden.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Vice President, Special Projects
Job Level
Senior
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Mineral Exploration
His career is centered on the business of mineral exploration, driven by the thrill of discovery and a passion for geology.
Developing People
He is passionate about helping others achieve their goals, emphasizing coaching and team development to make the people around him better.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Vice President, Special Projects
Maaden
12-2022 - 11-2025
Vice President Exploration, Canada
Uranium Energy Corp
9-2021 - 12-2022
Vice President, Exploration
UEX Corporation
1-2021 - 9-2021
Exploration Manager
UEX Corporation
7-2017 - 1-2021
Chief Geologist
UEX Corporation
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Education
1996 - 2001
B. Sc.
University of Saskatchewan
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