Francis Arthur

Francis Arthur, PhD, is a Senior Geotechnical Engineer at OceanaGold Corporation since August 2021, specializing in open pit and underground geotechnical engineering and backfill at Haile Gold Mine. Prior to this role, Francis served as Project Manager at Gana-A'Yoo, Limited, managing US Army Corps of Engineers projects, and held the position of Geomechanical Engineer II at Freeport-McMoRan, focusing on Morenci Open Pit Operations. Earlier experience includes working as a Rock Mechanics Research Engineer at Pattison Company, LLC in underground mining operations, and as an Underground Geotechnical Engineer at AngloGold Ashanti for Obuasi Underground Operations. Educational credentials include a PhD in Rock Mechanics and a Master's Degree in Mining Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology, along with a Master's Degree in Geological Engineering from the same institution, a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering from the University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa, and a Professional Certificate in Construction Quality Management for Contractors from the University of North Florida.