A wicket-keeper and valuable left-handed batsman, he represented Australia internationally and New South Wales domestically.
He then made his debut for the New South Wales Cricket team during the 1987–88 season replacing the previous wicketkeeper Greg Dyer.
He played in one Test and one ODI, both in Pakistan relieving Ian Healy who was out due to injury.
[3] After retiring from cricket, Emery became a corporate risk advisor and insurance broker.
He is currently an Authorized Representative and a Director at Gow-Gates Insurance Brokers (Australasia) Pty Ltd.[4] He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and a Diploma in Financial Services, and is recognized on the Mosman Municipal Council Sporting Wall of Fame.