45 years!

As we celebrate 45 years of success at Oliver Valves, we know that none of it would have been possible without the dedication of our incredible team of dedicated staff.

Today, we want to shine a light on one of our longest-serving members, Jimmy Dalzell, who has been with us for an impressive 36 years. Starting as an assembler in 1988, Jimmy’s mechanical expertise and commitment have been instrumental in some of our most significant developments, including the introduction of our ball valve, DBB, Valvetek, and Twinsafe ranges.

Jimmy’s journey with Oliver Valves has been marked by countless contributions, from hands-on assembly and pressure testing of products that began as ideas and grew into industry standards. Reflecting on his career, Jimmy fondly recalls the early days, particularly a his first interaction with Dr Michael Oliver when he humorously asked Jimmy, “Have you gone to sleep there, pal?” as he filled out his job application. It’s a memory that perfectly captures the friendly and supportive atmosphere that has made Oliver Valves more than just a workplace.

The two photos below show Jimmy with Mark Oliver and Colin Bell in 1991 and again last year as they recreated the image.

Thank you, Jimmy, for your unwavering dedication and for being such an integral part of our journey. Here’s to many more milestones together!