Mark Fiske

Programme Director Operational Technology / Scada at EirGrid

Mark Fiske has extensive experience in program leadership and management, particularly in the field of operational technology (OT) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.

Mark served as a Programme Director at EirGrid, where they led the development and implementation of a mission-critical OT SCADA platform. Mark successfully engaged key stakeholders and managed a team of over 40 resources, working across multiple jurisdictions. Mark also prepared strategic business cases and technology roadmaps for the regulatory periods in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Prior to EirGrid, Mark worked as an SCADA and Operational Technology Consultant at Consult818. In this role, they provided consultancy services and managed nationally-critical OT solutions within regulated environments. Their responsibilities included driving business and technology change, developing IT and SCADA strategies, and improving the customer experience through operational technology implementation.

Before joining Consult818, Mark worked at UK Power Networks as a Programme Director and Senior Program Manager. Mark led various business transformation initiatives, including the implementation of an enhanced EMS/ERP system and the automation of end-to-end business processes using GE PowerOn and SAP ERP. Mark also achieved significant cost savings through workforce optimization and strategic supplier relationships.

Mark began their career as a Regional Director of Operations at EXi Telecoms and as a Regional Telecommunications Manager at IONICA. Prior to that, they served in the Royal Signals of the British Army.

Overall, Mark Fiske brings a wealth of expertise in program leadership, operational technology, SCADA systems, business transformation, and strategic planning.

Mark Fiske's education history is as follows:

From 2010 to 2012, Mark attended Cranfield School of Management, where they completed the Business/Managerial Economics Programme.

Between 1988 and 1990, Mark studied at Harrogate Army Apprentice College, where they obtained a Diploma in Telecommunications.

Mark also received an ONC degree from BTEC in the field of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, although the specific dates of their enrollment are unknown.

Earlier in their education, from 1983 to 1987, Mark attended Flegg High School.

In addition to their formal education, Mark has obtained a certification as a PRINCE2® Practitioner from PRINCE2, although the exact month and year of acquisition are not mentioned.

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  • Programme Director Operational Technology / Scada

    September, 2017 - present