Thu, 30 October, 2025
Eur Ing Dr Victoria Farron-Perry, Welding Engineer (responsible Welding Coordinator) at Oldham Engineering Limited, is TWI Cert’s third submission in a row to win the EWF Best European Welding Coordinator.
The award, presented at EWF’s Annual General Assembly held in Lisbon in October 2025, is a testament to an individual’s ability to deliver the responsibilities of a Welding Coordinator to the highest regard in accordance with ISO 3834.
The award is available to individuals who:
- hold the European Welding Engineer Diploma
- have been working as a responsible welding coordinator (rWC) for a minimum of 12 months,
- at an organisation that has been certified by an EWF member.
This award is a means for individuals, and their company, to showcase their knowledge, skills, and competence to deliver products and services according to international requirements.
As the only Authorised Nominated Body for Company Certification (ANBCC) in the UK, TWI Certification Ltd (TWI CL) is asked each year by EWF, the European Federation for Welding, Joining, and Cutting, for its nominations for the award. Nominations require the submission of a letter by the employer detailing the competence and contribution of their employee, and a statement from the employee expressing how their Diploma (and their Certified EWE (CEWE) status, if held) has aided in their competence and career achievements.
Victoria oversees welding operations across two sites, ensuring compliance with prescriptive industry standards and customer specifications. Since joining Oldham Engineering Ltd in early 2022, she has improved the quality, efficiency, and reliability of welded production across various projects and sectors, as well as developing a team and structure that has enabled the company to exceed the expectations of their clients within the oil and gas, defence, and nuclear industries.
This isn’t the full extent of her work though. Victoria also supports the individuals within her team with their progression as welding and NDE technicians. She serves as a mentor to a Deputy rWC and an apprentice NDE technician, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and supporting the development of competent welding personnel who contribute to the company’s long-term success.
Victoria’s work as rWC, as well as her support in her team’s progression, have led her to successfully reduce production costs, increase operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with international standards.
We wish Victoria our sincerest congratulations on her achievement and best wishes for the future.
Do you think you could be the next EWF Best European Welding Coordinator? Or perhaps you have a “Victoria Farron-Perry” at your company? Nominate them today for the 2025[1] award!
Contact us for full details of the nomination requirements and process.
[1] Please note the award is made for the EWF Best European Welding Coordinator for the year preceding. Victoria’s win was for 2024, and the 2026 award will be for the best welding coordinator for 2025.