The former St Helens, Castleford and Catalans Dragons man put pen to paper on a new one-year deal with the aim of bringing trophy success for the first time since 2024.

“I’ve signed to win the competition,” he said.

“I wouldn’t be here if we were just aiming to be a mediocre team.

“Alan [Kilshaw] has reiterated to me that we will be fighting for the top… the players that we have signed and the ones we’ve got coming in, it’s something to be excited about and that’s why I’m on board.

“I’ve actually really enjoyed it at Oldham so far.

I thought it would be quite hard going into a part-time environment, but I've actually thrived.

“I've still got a lot of rugby in me and I just want to keep building.

“The goal is to play 20 plus games this year and stay fit… build on last season and hopefully win something.”

Simm came through at St Helens, making his senior debut in 2019 and recording 19 first-team appearances before heading to Australia to feature in the Queensland Cup in 2023.

After returning to England, he spent three seasons with Castleford Tigers before a short stint at Catalans Dragons preceded his switch to Oldham.

Head coach Alan Kilshaw said: “I’m looking forward to having Josh with us from November.

"He joined the squad towards the back end of the season at a difficult time of the year, but he showed his ability in the games he played.

“He was also hampered by an ankle niggle that he played through, which showed his toughness and commitment to the team.

“With a full pre-season behind him, I’m really looking forward to seeing Josh consistently in an Oldham shirt.

"He has plenty of Super League experience and has been at some very good clubs, working within strong systems.

“Now it’s about us collectively creating the right environment to get the best out of Josh and help him perform consistently in an Oldham shirt.

“I’d also like to thank our chairman, Terry Flanagan, and director Martin Hall for their support in getting this deal done.”