Joseph Oliver (c. 1905 – 11 June 1966) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s.

[citation needed] Oliver played, was captain, and scored two tries, and five conversions in Hull FC's 21-2 victory over Widnes in the Championship Final during the 1935-36 season.

[citation needed] Oliver played, and was captain in Hull FC's victory in the Yorkshire League during the 1935-36 season.

Joe was nicknamed 'The Points Machine' and 'Old Faithful' by the club's supporters, due to his consistent and prolific scoring rate.

In 1933 when Gene Autry released his song about an 'old faithful' horse the fans adopted it for Joe.