Steve Wigley says he has joined "a big football club that could sustain growth".
The newly-appointed assistant to Keith Millen joined the club yesterday, taking charge of a training session for the first time.
And in his first interview, broadcast exclusively on Player, Steve explained his reasons for joining City.
He told Player: "I spoke to Keith last week when he was given the manager's job and met him at the weekend. It was was an easy decision to be honest.
"Keith's been here a long time, throughout a very successful period for the club. I've known him through various coaching courses we've done together.
"He's a very organised person; I think it's a good appointment for the club and he'll grow into the role."
He continued: "The club's been in the news a lot in recent times with Steve Coppell coming and going, and signing David James - who I've worked with before.
"I've seen the team play two or three times over the past 12 months. Working with the Under-21s you tend to see quite a bit of Championship football. I've also watched a DVD of the last few games.
"Bristol's a big city with a big football club that could sustain growth.
"I hope I bring a bit of knowledge and help Keith as well. I've been in his shoes, albeit it for a short time.
"I like being on the training ground coaching the players and getting people organised. Hopefully I can bring a tempo to everything they do."
Steve already holds an assistant manager's role with England's Under-21s under Stuart Pearce, a position he will continue to undertake whilst on City's books.
"Keith's a very organised person; I think it's a good appointment for the club and he'll grow into the role."
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He joked: "I was here with England Under-21s for the Uzbekistan game just a week ago and I didn't think I would be back so soon.
"I've done it for the last three years and it doesn't interfere with club football. It gives me first-hand knowledge of the best young players this country has to offer, which is a great link for Bristol City to have."
One other bonus associated to his new role will see Steve keep in close contact with his son.
He explained: "It's strange how things work out and it's an aside really: my son starts at Bristol's UWE soon.
"When I bumped into Nicky Hunt the other day I asked if I could get a few tickets off him from time to time. I don't think I'll need to bother now!"
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