"I just think it is a very good challenge for me.
"Grimsby has got a good tradition. I think it's set now with all the support the board have given to keep the club going.
"Like Graham, I am a believer that you have to start with work ethics. No one has a divine right to win a game of football.
"I am really looking forward to getting out later on with Graham, on the training pitch with the players and getting things moving forward.
Chairman Peter Furneaux: "We are very pleased to welcome him.
"He has had recent experience that we require to go forward.
"One of the things I am always asked is: 'Are we giving the manager enough money?'
"Prudent management is the key to success. Without prudent management, you wouldn't have a football club. Nicky has been at that level.
"We have a gentleman here that wants success. He breathes success. When you talk to him, he talks success, and now I want that success to come to Grimsby."