Richard Maddocks

Richard Maddocks is a seasoned geologist and mining executive with extensive experience in mineral exploration, mine development, and production, including both open-pit and underground gold and nickel operations in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and South America. He has held Chief Geologist roles at major Western Australian mining sites and possesses expertise in Mineral Resource estimation, grade control, exploration, project evaluation, and business development. Mr Maddocks meets the requirements of a Competent Person as defined by the JORC Code 2012 for several commodities and mineralisation styles.

Education and Professional Credentials

Mr Maddocks holds a Master of Science in Mineral Economics, a Bachelor of Applied Science in Geology, and a Graduate Diploma in Finance and Investment. He is a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Career History

• Non-Executive Director, Panther Metals Ltd (effective 1 October 2026)
• Managing Director, Kingsland Minerals Ltd (February 2021–present)
• Non-Executive Director, Antares Metals Limited (October 2024–present)
• Consultant Geologist, Auranmore Consulting (2017–2022)
• Manager, Mineral Resources, Troy Resources Ltd (2013–2017)
• Group Geology Manager, Saracen Gold Mines (2011–2013)

What Maddocks Could Bring to Panther Metals

Given his demonstrated expertise in resource estimation, grade control, and mine development across gold and nickel operations, Maddocks is well-positioned to provide technical guidance to Panther Metals' board on mineral resource evaluation and operational development strategy. His appointment reflects Panther Metals' effort to add geological depth as it advances the Burtville East project's 8,600-ounce gold resource through the Brightstar partnership. His JORC Competent Person status and history of Chief Geologist roles at major Western Australian operations underscore capability to assess asset quality and commercial viability—critical for a junior explorer scaling production initiatives.