Essex Cricket is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our services.
Essex Cricket will ensure that all existing and potential employees receive equal consideration and is committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of age, gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion/belief or sexual orientation.
Current Vacancies
Grounds Person
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and proactive grounds team at one of only 18 first class cricket headquarters grounds in the country.
Based at the Ambassador Cruise Line Ground in Chelmsford, the role will involve the preparation and maintenance of the facilities used by the Essex Men’s and Women’s first teams and other representative squads of the club, as well as international teams. You may also be required to assist with the Club’s satellite ground at Billericay.
You will need to show dedication, reliability, and a good team work ethic to enable our Grounds Team to maintain the first Class and international standards required, in this physically demanding role. With an intense and busy playing/ practice schedule, which includes touring international teams, televised floodlit matches and sellout crowds, the applicant will need a highly professional attitude and standard of work.
Please see a comprehensive job description here.
To view a recruitment pack and submit your application, please click here.
Safety Steward
Essex Cricket are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals to support the safe and successful delivery of matchdays at the Ambassador Cruise Line Ground, Chelmsford. This role is central to ensuring the safety, security, and enjoyment of everyone attending the home of Essex Cricket.
While we will support you with the training and knowledge needed to succeed, it is your passion for people, your commitment to high standards, and your enthusiasm for great service that will be pivotal to succeeding. The role will be integral to creating a safe and welcoming environment, helping to deliver consistently enjoyable and memorable experiences for our Members, supporters and all visitors to the Ambassador Cruise Line Ground on matchday.
A key part of your role will be providing visible, proactive safety and security. This includes checking tickets, operating entrance points, assisting with queries, and ensuring that every visitor receives outstanding service.
Teamwork is essential to this role and you will work closely with your stewarding colleagues and be part of a wider team across the Club.
At Essex Cricket, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. You will help uphold these standards in all aspects of your work, ensuring that everyone who visits our ground feels respected, welcome, and part of the matchday experience.
If you are interested in joining our in-house stewarding team and would like to apply, please get in touch via email [email protected].
Bar/Hospitality Staff
Essex Cricket are looking for passionate, reliable, and trustworthy members of staff to join the Club’s catering and bar staff all year round. This is an opportunity to learn new skills in the hospitality industry and be part of a winning team, sharing the success on and off the field of play.
Previous experience is preferred, and you can also take advantage of:
• Opportunity to progress and take advantage of shifts all year round
• Training to a high standard achieving industry-acknowledged certificates
• Gain experience in Catering, Hospitality, Events and Conferencing
Please submit your CV to [email protected].
Competitive rate of pay for applicants 16 years old and over.