Clive Palmer says ex-military officers are working for the electoral commission and may be part of a conspiracy to deny him victory in the seat of Fairfax.

Mr Palmer says at least 10 former military members have central positions in the Australian Electoral Commission.

Clive Palmer with supporters on election night. Credit:Michelle Smith

"It's a bad thing because those people have links to the military and they have a network and camaraderie within the AEC because they have a common background," he said.

"I think they may give orders to people in the system.